Medina (/məˈdiːnə/; Arabic: المدينة المنورة, al-Madīnah al-Munawwarah, "the radiant city"; or المدينة, al-Madīnah (Hejazi pronunciation: [almaˈdiːna]), "the city"), also transliterated as Madīnah, is a city in the Hejaz region of the Arabian Peninsula and administrative headquarters of the Al-Madinah Region of Saudi Arabia. At the city's heart is al-Masjid an-Nabawi ("the Prophet's Mosque"), which is the burial place of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, and is the second-holiest city in Islam after Mecca.
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4.5 based on 87 reviews
The first and biggest museum that specialized in the history of Almadinah and its deep heritage. The museum highlights the history of the city of our beloved prophet, peace be upon him, as well as its valuable heritage and great ancient civilization. The museum displays big collection of hand built models that shows you simulation of the actual old landmarks of the city as well as a big collection of rear pieces and rear shoots of the city and its history.
History of hijrah and Madinah during Rasulullah time, well presented, well dsiplay and the tour guide in very good english and arabic, entry fee very reasonable price. highly recomended
4.5 based on 42 reviews
During this year's Haj I had opportunities to visit this Quran Museum.We're guided by very be-friendly guide,who narrated the history of Pre-Quran era,took us to hall where Qurans of Historic significance were piled.It's worth visiting.I advice whoever visits Medina to make it a must agenda that they'll not miss this Museum.
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