10 interesting facts and information about Masjid-e-Nabawi.

Masjid-e-Nabawi, also known as the Mosque of the Prophet, is a sacred Islamic site located in Madinah, Saudi Arabia.

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Built by the Prophet Muhammad:

Masjid-e-Nabawi was built by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) in 622 CE, after his migration from Makkah to Madinah.

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Original Size:

The original mosque was 30 meters long and 35 meters wide, with a height of 3.5 meters.

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Expansion by Umar ibn Al-Khattab: 

The mosque was expanded by Umar ibn Al-Khattab, the second caliph of Islam, in 638 CE.

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The Prophet's Tomb: 

The mosque houses the tomb of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), as well as the tombs of his two companions, Abu Bakr and Umar.

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The Mihrab:

The mosque features a beautiful mihrab (prayer niche) that was built during the Ottoman era.

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The Minarets:

The mosque has four minarets, each with a height of 105 meters.

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Capacity

The mosque can accommodate over 600,000 worshippers during peak times.

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Architecture:

The mosque's architecture is a blend of Islamic and Ottoman styles.

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Renovations:

9. The mosque has undergone several renovations and expansions over the centuries, with the most recent one being in 1994.

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Significance:

Masjid-e-Nabawi is considered the second-holiest site in Islam, after the Masjid al-Haram in Makkah.

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