- Mount Uhud is a famous Ziyarat site in Madinah which is visited by most of the Umrah and Hajj pilgrims. Here are some facts that you did not know about Mount Uhud. One of these important locations in Madinah is Mount Uhud, the site of the second biggest battle in Islam. One of the most famous mountains in the Arabian Peninsula, Mount Uhud holds a special place in the hearts of Muslims.
- Uhud means “The One” in Arabic in reference to the oneness of God Almighty. Because of its historical importance, the mountain was mentioned in several hadiths. For example, Al-Bukhari narrated, “This mountain loves us and we love it”, after the Battle of Uhud between the Muslims and Quraysh of Makkah.
- Mount Uhud overlooks Madinah from the north; it is seven kilometers long, two to three kilometers wide and 350 meters high. The mountain is approximately five kilometers away from the Prophet’s Mosque.
- Uhud Mountain is home to deep caves, most notably a niche called Ghar Uhud where Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) sought refuge after suffering defeat in the Battle of Uhud.
- When performing Hajj or Umrah, one of the best places to visit is Mount Uhud as it holds high significance in the Islamic culture and history.
