Birthplace of Prophet Muhammad (Maktabah Makkah al-Mukarramah)
The Maktabah Makkah al-Mukarramah (Makkah Al Mukarramah Library), known as Bayt al-Mawlid, stands on the traditionally identified birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad in the Suq al-Layl area just east of the Grand Mosque. Designated as a library in 1938 and given a dedicated building in 1953 over the historic site, it houses books, hadith and jurisprudence collections, and rare manuscripts, and is a well-known heritage landmark for pilgrims.
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What are the opening hours of Birthplace of Prophet Muhammad (Maktabah Makkah al-Mukarramah)?
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How long should I spend at Birthplace of Prophet Muhammad (Maktabah Makkah al-Mukarramah)?
Plan about ~ 15 min for Birthplace of Prophet Muhammad (Maktabah Makkah al-Mukarramah).
When is the best time to visit Birthplace of Prophet Muhammad (Maktabah Makkah al-Mukarramah)?
Daytime, as part of a Makkah heritage/ziyarat walk near the Haram
Where is Birthplace of Prophet Muhammad (Maktabah Makkah al-Mukarramah) located?
Birthplace of Prophet Muhammad (Maktabah Makkah al-Mukarramah) is in Makkah: Suq al-Layl (Shi'b Bani Hashim), eastern side of Masjid al-Haram, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
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