Religious Building · Medina, Saudi Arabia
Masjid an-Nabawi
The Prophet's Mosque is the second mosque built by the Islamic prophet Muhammad in Medina, after the Quba Mosque, as well as the second largest mosque and holiest site in Islam, after the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, in the Saudi region of the Hejaz. Built 622.
Photo: Muhammad Mahdi Karim via Wikimedia Commons, GFDL 1.2. Cropped and resized for display.
Landmark facts
| Location | Medina, Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|
| Type | Religious Building |
| Built | 622 |
| Height | Height: 105 m |
| Coordinates | 24.4683° N, 39.6108° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Masjid an-Nabawi is known for
The Prophet's Mosque is the second mosque built by the Islamic prophet Muhammad in Medina, after the Quba Mosque, as well as the second largest mosque and holiest site in Islam, after the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, in the Saudi region of the Hejaz.
About Masjid an-Nabawi
The Prophet's Mosque is the second mosque built by the Islamic prophet Muhammad in Medina, after the Quba Mosque, as well as the second largest mosque and holiest site in Islam, after the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, in the Saudi region of the Hejaz. The mosque is located at the heart of Medina, and is a major site of pilgrimage that falls under the purview of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques. Muhammad himself was involved in the construction of the mosque.
History
The mosque was built by Muhammad in 622 after his arrival in Medina. Riding a camel called Qaswa, he arrived at the place where this mosque was built, which was being used as a burial ground. Refusing to accept the land as a gift from the two orphans, Sahl and Suhayl, who owned the land, he bought the land which was paid for by Abu Ayyub al-Ansari, and it took seven months to complete the construction of the mosque. The roof which was supported by palm trunks was made of beaten clay and palm leaves.
Planning a visit? Visit the official Masjid an-Nabawi website — the official site has the current visiting information.
How to get there
| Nearest town | Medina |
|---|---|
| Nearest airport | Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) |
| Distance from the airport | 7.6 miles (straight line) |
Nearest major airport by straight-line distance from the landmark’s coordinates; road distance will be longer.
Airports near this landmark
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- Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) · Medina, Saudi Arabia · 8.3 miles away
- Prince Abdulmohsen Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (YNB) · Yanbu, Saudi Arabia · 100.0 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Masjid an-Nabawi?
The Prophet's Mosque is the second mosque built by the Islamic prophet Muhammad in Medina, after the Quba Mosque, as well as the second largest mosque and holiest site in Islam, after the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, in the Saudi region of the Hejaz.
Where is Masjid an-Nabawi located?
Masjid an-Nabawi is in Medina, Saudi Arabia. Its coordinates are 24.4683° N, 39.6108° E.
How do I get to Masjid an-Nabawi?
The nearest town is Medina, and the nearest airport is Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED), about 7.6 miles away (straight line).
When was Masjid an-Nabawi built?
Masjid an-Nabawi was built 622.
Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prophet%27s_Mosque — Wikipedia article — overview, history and core facts (CC BY-SA).
- https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q486080 — Wikidata — built year, architect, height/size, visitors, official website (CC0).
- https://wmn.gov.sa/ — Official website of the landmark / managing body.
- https://github.com/jbrooksuk/JSON-Airports — Nearest major airport computed from landmark and airport coordinates (haversine); airport list: jbrooksuk/JSON-Airports.
Page last updated 13 November 2026.