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Masjid al-Qiblatain

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Masjid al-Qiblatain

Masjid al-Qiblatain

Masjid al-Qiblatain is a historic mosque located in Medina, Saudi Arabia. It is significant for being the site where the direction of prayer (Qibla) was changed from Jerusalem to Mecca. Travelers visit this site to observe its religious history and architectural layout.

Getting There

The mosque is situated approximately 5 km northwest of the Prophet's Mosque, which serves as the central point of the city. Depending on traffic, the drive typically takes 10 to 15 minutes by taxi or ride-sharing service.

Duration of Visit

Most visitors spend between 30 and 60 minutes at the site to explore the prayer halls and the surrounding grounds.

When to Visit

To avoid the midday heat, it is advisable to visit during the early morning or late afternoon. The site can become crowded during prayer times and during the peak seasons of Hajj and Ramadan.

Nearby Attractions

Due to its location, this mosque can be combined with other nearby historic sites in a single itinerary. Nearby points of interest include:

  • The Seven Mosques: 1.9 km
  • Mosque of Bani Haram: 2.2 km
  • Sela: 2.3 km
  • Al-Rayah Mosque: 2.5 km

Updated September 13, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Itineraries including this place

2 nights, 3 days

Medina 3-Day Itinerary (2 Nights)

A 3-day route through Medina grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

3 nights, 4 days

Medina 4-Day Itinerary (3 Nights)

A 4-day route through Medina grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Good to visit alongside

The Seven Mosques

Temples & religious sites

The Seven Mosques

The Seven Mosques is a cluster of six small historic mosques in Medina — despite the name, there are actually not seven. Many pilgrims visit especially for Masjid al-Qiblatain among them.

1.9 km away
Mosque of Bani Haram

Temples & religious sites

Mosque of Bani Haram

A historic mosque in Medina, Saudi Arabia, built on the site once inhabited by the Bani Haram tribe. Tradition holds that the Prophet Muhammad prayed here during the Battle of the Trench.

2.2 km away
Sela

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Sela

A mountain located in Medina, Saudi Arabia. It's a good place to visit when you want to get away from the city and take in some natural scenery.

2.3 km away
Al-Rayah Mosque

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Al-Rayah Mosque

The Al-Rayah Mosque, or Dzubab Mosque, is a Sunni Islam mosque located in Medina, Saudi Arabia.

2.5 km away
Al-Deraa Mosque

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Al-Deraa Mosque

A historic mosque in Medina, located between the Prophet's Mosque and Mount Uhud. It's a fitting stop for anyone tracing the trail of Islamic history.

3.1 km away
Bani Haritsah Mosque

Temples & religious sites

Bani Haritsah Mosque

A Sunni mosque in Medina, said to be where the Prophet Muhammad rested on his way back from the Battle of Uhud. Its name itself carries the meaning of 'resting place.'

3.2 km away