7 Holiest Sites In Islam That Every Muslim Should Know About

 There are many sacred places in Islam. Today, we share with you the list of the 7 holiest sites in Islam. Read this article to pay a virtual visit to these sites.

7 holiest sites in Islam

Al-Masjid Al-Ḥarām, Mecca

Al-Masjid Al-Ḥarām is one of the holiest sites in Islam. The Mosque is in the city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. It is the largest mosque in the world. One of the Five Pillars of Islam requires every Muslim to perform the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in a lifetime.

Al-Masjid an-Nabawī, Medina

Al-Masjid an-Nabawī is a Mosque situated in the city of Medina in the Hejaz region of Saudi Arabia. It is the second-holiest site in Islam. It was built by Prophet Muhammad. The city of Medina is one of the holiest places in Islam. 

Al-Masjid Al-Aqṣā, Jerusalem

Al-Masjid Al-Aqṣā is located in Jerusalem. It is the third holiest site in Islam. It is believed to be the first qibla (the direction Muslims face for prayer). 

Shrine of Imam Ali, Iraq

Imam Ali is located in Najaf, Iraq. The mosque was built over the tomb of Ali, the son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad, by Iranian ruler Daylamite Fannakhosraw Azod ad Dowleh in 977. Najaf city is considered the third holiest Islamic city.

Masjid Qubbat As-Sakhrah, Jerusalem

Masjid Qubbat As-Sakhrah is located on the Temple Mount in the Old City of Jerusalem. It is one of the holiest sites in Islam. The site is also known as the Dome of the Rock.

Quba Mosque, Medina

The Quba Mosque in Medina is important for Muslims. It is believed that the first stones of the mosque were laid by Prophet Muhammad. It is considered the most prestigious Mosque in the city. 

Great Mosque of Djenne, Mali

The Great Mosque of Djenne in Mali was built in the 13th century. It is a world heritage site and one of the most famous landmarks in Africa. Muslims offer prayer at this site. 

These are the 7 holiest sites in Islam. When are you going to visit these places?