Madinah or the second holiest city of Islam plays a humungous role in terms of spiritual significance to every single Muslim present in the entire world. To the pilgrims, who have embraced the White move of Umrah, Madinah is a site of shimmers and peace. At the mosque of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) or at sightscene of the great Islamic history Madinah is the place where one can have much and more to experience which contributes to the affection to the religion and their past.
In this article we shall take you around to know about the 10 best things to do in Madinah during Umrah so that you are well geared up to take with you when you visit the place. When you are making arrangements with Hajar Travels to visit this blessed city this guide will make your visit to this blessed city much more fruitful.
1. Visit the Prophet’s Mosque (Al-Masjid an-Nabawi)
The most and the first challenge, which the individual can fully carry out in Madinah during the Umrah is the visit to the Prophet Mosque Al-Masjid an-Nabawi. This holy mosque is not the religion building, but the place of reflection and spiritual food too. Other Muslims also visit different Umrah Packages all over the world to pay homage to the prophet Muhammad (PBUH), pray and wish to be blessed carrying out Umrah. Rawdah is a space between the grave of the prophet and his pulpit and it is so spiritual and people lay particular importance on this field.
When you are in the mosque you ought to spend some time by conducting personal prayers (dua) and pray at a congregation as well as contemplate the life and instructions of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). A visit to this mosque can be a very moving process during Umrah and it makes your faith firm.
2. Pray in the Rawdah
Another place that you will be interested to visit during your Umrah these days is the Rawdah that is commonly considered to be the most peaceful place in the world. Here is the pulpit of the Prophet, and his grave. It is also believed to be among the gardens of paradise hence it is a sacred venue to conduct your prayers.
You have to incorporate a trip to the Rawdah during your Umrah program where you will be allowed to say your prayers as well as your supplications. It is the coolest place, no comparison of a feeling of a prayer can be compared to other place, and most of pilgrims are overwhelmed that they are very near Allah. Spend time at the Rawdah so that you can be able to get an individual contemplation and say duas.
3. Explore Quba Mosque
Another important religious place of Madinah is Quba Mosque. It is also the oldest mosque to have been raised in the history of Islam as it was only raised by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and other companions when they arrived in Madinah. It is strongly advisable to attend Quba Mosque during the Umrah and this is because the Prophet (PBUH) gave a hadith in the sense that a great reward is obtained when a person prays in Quba Mosque.
The rak?ah in this mosque is a moment of spiritual enrichment, and it provides a silent place to meditate. It is situated only at a short distance to the city centre making it a convenient thing to add into your agendas.
4. Visit Uhud Mountain
The battle of Uhud that was among the most significant battles in the history of the Islamic way of life happened around this mountain. It is through this mountain which is referred to as the Uhud mountain that the Prophet and the army that followed Prophet came together along with the Quraysh and Quraysh and this is the mountain which is special to the Muslims.The touring visitors who come here can think about the sacrifices done by the companions of prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in this battle.
The mountain provides a serene and meditative setting to pilgrims and it is therefore an appropriate place to meditate on the teachings of sacrifice and endurance. It is also a beautiful place to visit a person who wants to know the Islamic history as part of his or her Umrah pilgrimage.
5. Visit the Qiblatain Mosque
The existence of Qiblatain Mosque is historically important because it was during this place that Qiblah was shifted in Jerusalem and altered towards Makkah. This change proved to be a historical point in the Islamic history, and by visiting this mosque, pilgrims can get acquainted with this significant part of Islam.
Take a little time and reflect on the significance of such a change of Qiblah and its consequences to the Muslim Ummah. The mosque is as well calm and the location is overlooking to the city of Madinah.
6. Explore the Madinah Date Market
Date market has been a must-see in Madinah in case a person wants to absorb the local culture. The market is also famous in its variety of dates giving one an opportunity to taste some of the best dates in the world, which include the popular Ajwa dates which are specially revered due to the health value and link with the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Whilst in Madinah, ensure that you visit the market and buy some dates to be placed as gifts back home. They are wonderful presents to give to people you love and trying out the market is a wonderful experience to participate in local culture.
7. Visit the Seven Mosques
Seven Mosques are historical mosques in Madinah with a different meaning. These mosques have been built at the site where certain activities took part during The Battle of the Trench. They are also positioned in the proximity of one another and thus they will not be a hard task to visit them when staying in Madinah.
As mentioned some of the most prominent ones in this place include Masjid al-Fath, Masjid al-Shajara and Masjid al-Saqifah. Every mosque possesses its history and reminds about the ancient times of Islam.
8. Visit Jannat al-Baqi
Jannat al-Baqi or the cemetery located in the vicinity where a lot of the Prophet (PBUH) companions as well as some more important people who can be considered as part of the Islamic history were buried. The cemetery is situated close to the Prophet Mosque hence easily accessible by visitors.
Jannat al-Baqi is also a tourist destination to many pilgrims who come there to pray over the dead as well as meditate the depreciating nature of life. It is a calm place to meditate and remember and people can get to know about the lives and sacrifices of people who are buried in it.
9. Perform Duas at the Masjid Al-Qiblatain
The second Qibla was the one that used to face Makkah and it was in the Masjid al-Qiblatain where the shift in the Muslim prayer orientation occurred. As per its importance in Islamic history and other religious significance, this mosque is indeed a great place of opportunity where pilgrims can make duas and pray.
The mosque is situate very near to the Prophet Mosque, and thus, this is one of the mosques that you can easily incorporate in your Umrah trip. This is one site that many pilgrims go to in order to get in touch with the deep Islamic history of the Qibla change.
10. Take a Walking Tour of Madinah’s Islamic Heritage Sites
Madinah is studded with Islamic tradition and a strolling around the city can give one a lot of knowledge about the history of the Islamic world. With its Prophet Mosque and other historical places like Uhud Mountain and Quba Mosque, Madinah provides a perfect experience to the visitors who are keen on the extensive history of the Muslim world.
Based on the organized tours, Hajar Travels will give you all kinds of knowledge and will make you recognize the importance of every site. This is an awesome way to know more about Islam heritages as you pursue your pilgrimage walk of faith.
Conclusion
Madinah is one of the cities that have more than religious places. There is everything, starting with the prayers of peace in the Prophet Mosque to the historical sites that form the Islamic history. You may be among the pilgrims that will be performing Umrah pilgrimage with Hajar Travels and this list of the 10 best of the things to do in Madinah will help you with a profound spiritual experience.
By cutting yourself into the historical and religious meaning of these places, you will be able to get better oriented at your own faith and your Umrah trip will become really memorable.
Whether you are planning your next religious visit or about to embark on the next pilgrimage then don’t look elsewhere for booking with Hajar Travels to make your Umrah journey, guided, hassle free. Let us assist you in discovering the spiritual jewels of Madinah with your trip being peaceful and full of blessings.
