Historiska sevärdheter i Medina

Historical Landmarks of Medina

Medina’s historical landscape spans from early Islamic military history to Ottoman-era engineering. This collection features the site of the Battle of Uhud (625 AD) and the Hejaz Railway Museum, housed in the restored 1908 station building. Near the Prophet’s Mosque, specialized museums provide insight into Islamic heritage, including exhibitions on the Quran, the life of Prophet Muhammad, and Umayyad-period archaeological remains at the Palace of Urwah bin Az-Zubayr.

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Hejaz Railway Museum

The Hejaz Railway Museum in Medina is a railway museum that was opened in 2006.

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Battle of Uhud

The Battle of Uhud was fought on Saturday, 23 March 625 AD, in the valley north of Mount Uhud.

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The Holy Quran Exhibition

Located adjacent to the Prophet's Mosque, this museum showcases rare Quranic manuscripts, the history of the text’s compilation, and modern printing technologies used at the King Fahd Complex.

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As-Salaam Museum

Situated near the Peace Gate of the Prophet's Mosque, this museum documents the historical expansion of the mosque and the cultural heritage of Medina through various artifacts and visual displays.

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Exhibition - The Beautiful Names of Allah

An interactive exhibition near Al-Masjid an-Nabawi that uses multimedia displays and calligraphy to explain the meanings and significance of the 99 names of Allah.

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Exhibition - Muhammed, The Messenger Of Allah

This exhibition provides a detailed biographical overview of the Prophet Muhammad’s life, featuring models of the city during the 7th century and historical maps of the region.

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Qswr rwt fy almdynt almnwrt

The archaeological remains of a palace belonging to Urwah bin Az-Zubayr, a prominent early Islamic scholar. The site dates back to the Umayyad era and is situated along the Wadi al-Aqiq.