Masjid al-Qiblatain (Mosque of the Two Qiblas)
Masjid al-Qiblatain marks the site where, in 2 AH (623-624 CE), Prophet Muhammad received the revelation to change the direction of prayer (qibla) from Jerusalem to the Kaaba in Makkah during a congregational prayer. It once held two mihrabs facing both directions; the 1987 reconstruction retained the Makkah-facing niche and left a marker where the Jerusalem-facing one stood.
The Prayer That Turned
2 Min · Arabic · English
Frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours of Masjid al-Qiblatain (Mosque of the Two Qiblas)?
Masjid al-Qiblatain (Mosque of the Two Qiblas) is open 24 hours.
How much does it cost to visit Masjid al-Qiblatain (Mosque of the Two Qiblas)?
Admission to Masjid al-Qiblatain (Mosque of the Two Qiblas) is free.
How long should I spend at Masjid al-Qiblatain (Mosque of the Two Qiblas)?
Plan about ~ 38 min for Masjid al-Qiblatain (Mosque of the Two Qiblas).
When is the best time to visit Masjid al-Qiblatain (Mosque of the Two Qiblas)?
Early morning or evening to avoid heat; a common stop on Madinah ziyarah tours.
Does Masjid al-Qiblatain (Mosque of the Two Qiblas) have an audio guide?
Yes — a narrated audio guide for Masjid al-Qiblatain (Mosque of the Two Qiblas) is available in the Travel Tale app.
Where is Masjid al-Qiblatain (Mosque of the Two Qiblas) located?
Masjid al-Qiblatain (Mosque of the Two Qiblas) is in Madinah: Khalid ibn al-Walid Rd, Northwest Madinah, Al Madinah al Munawwarah, Saudi Arabia (about 5 km northwest of the Prophet's Mosque).
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