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
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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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