Makkah and Madinah, both are among the holiest cities of Islam situated in Saudia Arabia. Makkah houses the Holy Kaabah i.e. Masjid-al-Haram where Hajj and Umrah gets performed, while Madinah is home to Masjid-al-Nabawi (SAWW).

When traveling for Umrah, all of the holy rituals of minor pilgrimage gets performed inside Masjid-al-Haram. Wearing Ihram from Meeqat, Performing Tawaf of the Holy Kaabah, Sayee of Safah and Marwah Hills, and Halq/Taqsir. However, if one has the abundancy of time as well as the financial and physical ability for Ziyarath of the holy sites, Makkah comes at the top.

Here are some of the important Paces to visit for Ziyarath in Makkah.

Jannat-ul-Mualla.

At a ten-minute drive from the Grand Mosque in Makkah, the graveyard of Jannat-ul-Mualla is located. Those near and dear to the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW) namely Hazrat Khadija (RA) and Hazrat Abu Talib; who supported him (SAWW) throughout his life, are resting here. The graves of Prophet’s (SAWW) grandfather Abdul Muttalib and great grandfather Abd Munaaf are also here.

That’s why it remains among the top destinations for Ziyarath in Makkah.

Hira Cave.

The cave of Hira finds great historical, religious, and spiritual significance in Islam. It is the place where the Prophet (SAWW) used to retire for meditation and deep thinking, even before his (SAWW) prophethood. It’s also the place where Islam originated i.e. the first-ever revelation of the Holy Quan was made to Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW) by Hazrat Jibril (AS) here. The first five verses of Surah-al-Alaq were revealed on that night.

Masjid-e-Aisha.

At a distance of 8 kilometers from Masjid-al-Haram, Masjid-a-Aisha occupies a significant position in the architectural landmarks of Saudi Arabia. Along with the Grand Mosque, this Makkan mosque also became an ideal for the world of Islam. Pilgrims highly regard Masjid-e-Aisha because of its particular connection with the wearing of ihram i.e. it is also considered as a Meeqat. Hazrat Aisha (RA) also entered into the state of ihram at this place.

Thawr Cave.

The Prophet (SAWW) took refuge in this cave when he was being targeted and chased by the kufaar; while migrating to Madinah. Thus he (SAWW) honored this humble cave by letting it contribute its share into the campaign of Islam, it’s the reason that the Cave of Thawr finds great religious significance in Islam. Making it one of the most prominent Ziyarath sites in Makkah.

Jabal-e-Rahmah.

Also known as Mount Arafat, Jabal-e-Rahmah served as a pulpit for the Holy Prophet (SAWW) when he delivered the last sermon. An annual Hajj congregation also takes place at the plain of Arafat just below this rocky height. In addition, it’s also the place where all mankind would be summoned on the Day of Judgement.

So, if you are traveling to Makkah through Cheap Umrah Packages, it’s advised to go for the Ziyarath of these holy sites as well after the performance of the holy rituals of Umrah.

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