Muslims must perform a pilgrimage to the holy city of Makkah at least once in their lifetime. Moreover, it is the direction of prayer for Muslims and is close to the hearts of the believers. Therefore, many believers journey towards the holy Kaabah to please the Almighty.
If you have booked Umrah packages from the UK and are planning your time in the country, you must have all the necessary information. Once you are in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for Umrah, you must utilize your free time to visit the holy places to make the most of your trip. You can also consult an Islamic travel agency about these places. You can do a little research on your own too.
Mina is a 5km valley located in Makkah. The Hajj pilgrims must stay in this valley called 'Tent City'. It consists of over 100,0The b00 air-conditioned tents that Hajj pilgrims use as temporary accommodation. The valley of Mina also contains the Jamarat Bridge, where the stoning of Shaytan takes place. Therefore, many people who go for an Umrah visit this valley of tents at least once.
Ghar Thawr has great historical significance in Islam. The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and his companion hid in this cave for three nights from the Quraysh, and the Almighty Himself helped them. The miracle in the cave makes it a lot more intriguing for Muslims. So, it is undoubtedly a must-visit holy place while you are on your Umrah.
Masjid-e-Nabwi is the resting place of the last Prophet (SAW) and two of his close companions in the holy city of Madinah. Moreover, it is one of the world's largest and most visited mosques, with millions of pilgrims visiting it yearly. Every Muslim who goes to an Umrah tries to offer prayer at least once at this holy mosque. So, once you have availed of Umrah packages from the UK, you must plan your free time and visit this sacred mosque.
Masjid Quba is the first mosque in Islamic history and is located just outside the holy city of Madinah. Also, it is one of the most-visited mosques annually and experiences excellent footfall. Many Muslims gather in this mosque to pray during the holy month of Ramadan, as it is the second-largest mosque in the region.
The birthplace of the Holy Prophet (SAW) is located in Makkah. It is converted into a library known as Maktaba Makkah tul Mukkarramah, where you can find great books on Hadiths and Sunnah. Muslims have worked hard to preserve everything about the Holy Prophet (SAW), and once you are at Umrah, you must try to see and study it.
Ghar-e-Hira is another cave with significant association with Islamic history. This is where our Holy Prophet (SAW) received his first revelation through Angel Jibrael. Therefore, pilgrims who go for Umrah try to visit this cave when they get free time from performing their Umrah.
Jannat ul Baqee also known as Maqbaratul Baqee is the first Muslim graveyard in Madinah, and our Holy Prophet (SAW) picked up its location by himself. Many Sahabah and members of the Prophet (SAW) family are buried in this graveyard along with many other lucky Muslims. And Holy Prophet (SAW) asked for the forgiveness of this graveyard’s residents. So, if you have booked Umrah packages from the UK, you must visit this graveyard and pay your respects to the ones buried there.
Well of Turwa is where Prophet (SAW) spent a night and used its water on his way to Makkah to perform Hajj. This well has great historical significance. It is one of the valleys of Makkah now and mainly consists of buildings because of rapid development.
Masjid Al-Ghamama was built in a place where the Holy Prophet (SAW) performed Eid Salah for the last four years of his life. Moreover, Prophet (SAW0 also performed Salatul Istikhara at this place.
In Masjid ul Qiblatain, the Qibla of Muslims was changed from Bait-al-Maqdis in Jerusalem to the holy Kaabah. This intrigues the Muslims who visit this sacred mosque during their Umrah journey.
If you have booked Umrah packages from the UK through a reliable Islamic travel agency, you will not have to worry about anything related to your Umrah. But the holy places you will visit before or after performing your Umrah are up to you. There are numerous sacred sites to visit in the cities of Makkah and Madinah, and we have mentioned a few of them for you. So, make sure that you make the most out of your spiritual journey.
