Medina Map, Saudi Arabia

Medina History

Medina remained the central city of the Islamic Empire even after the death of Prophet Muhammad (in 632 CE), when the rule of the Rashidun Caliphate (The Rightly Guided Caliphs) was established by appointing a successor (or caliph) from among Muhammad’s closest followers. The rule of the Rashidun Caliphate continued for 29 years from 632 to 661, even as the Empire kept expanding to include important centers like... read more

Medina Travel Guide

Seeing as Medina is visited by thousands of pilgrims every year, there are numerous hotels in the city. The most expensive and luxurious hotels are usually located in the close vicinity of the mosque. Dar Al Hijra Intercontinental and Al Andalous Suites are two of the finest five-star hotels in Medina. The hotels not only offer all the expected facilities, but they also include extensive shopping areas and on-site... read more

Medina Sightseeing

Then, there is the Qibalatin/Qiblatayn Mosque, the holy site where Prophet Muhammad made a declaration to the effect that devotees offering prayer to the Allah should face Mecca and not Jerusalem (which was the practice before the announcement was made). read more