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Cave of Thawr

غار ثور · Ghar Thawr · Thawr Cave

Jabal Thawr, Makkah, Makkah al-Mukarramah, Saudi Arabia

Cave associated with Muhammad and Abu Bakr during the Hijrah.

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About Cave of Thawr

Identity, documented context and sacred significance.

Located on Jabal Thawr south of Makkah, the cave marks a major location in the traditional account of the migration to Madinah.

Sacred Place at a Glance

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Place TypeSacred Cave
Religious TraditionIslam
LocationJabal Thawr, Makkah, Makkah al-Mukarramah, Saudi Arabia
CountrySaudi Arabia

Faith, Tradition & Sacred Association

Religious tradition, dedication and sacred associations connected with this place.

Religious TraditionIslam

History & Sacred Tradition

Documented history, sacred narrative and editorial synthesis are kept visibly separate.

Historical Record

Its location on the historic migration route is recorded by Saudi heritage documentation.

Sacred Tradition

In Quranic and Islamic historical accounts, Muhammad and Abu Bakr sheltered in this cave during their migration.

Editorial Context

Traditional details about animals or miracles at the cave are not presented as established physical history.

How to Reach

Road, rail, air and local-access information where documented.

Access overview

Reaching the cave requires a difficult ascent; check current local access guidance.

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Last checked
October 15, 2026