Religious site
Quba Mosque
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Quba Mosque holds the distinction of being the first mosque built in Islamic history, established by Prophet Muhammad in 622 CE. Located on the outskirts of Medina, it is a serene place of worship with a striking white and minaret-studded architecture. The mosque has been renovated several times, blending traditional and modern elements. Visitors come to pray here, as the Prophet said that performing two rak'ahs (units of prayer) at Quba is equivalent to an Umrah (minor pilgrimage). The mosque's well, known as Bir al-Aris, is also historically significant.
Don't miss
- Perform two rak'ahs of prayer, which tradition holds brings great spiritual reward.
- Explore the mosque's clean, minimalist interior with its large prayer hall and marble floors.
- Visit the adjacent garden and the well of Bir al-Aris, said to have been used by the Prophet.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Quba Mosque
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inWalking Tour through the Medina of Tunis(Pay what you want)5★ · 217 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$2 per personSee dates →
Most bookedDubai Old and Modern City Tour with Blue Mosque Visit5★ · 4,849 travelers4–5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$40 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Guided Spiritual Ziyarat Tour of Madinah4.9★ · 124 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$100 per personSee dates →More attractions in Medina
