White dome and two minarets of the Qiblatain Mosque, with trees in the foreground.

Qiblatain Mosque

The name Qiblatain recalls the change in the direction of prayer from Jerusalem to Mecca; the mosque helps you understand this episode of Islamic tradition.

  • Religion and architecture
  • Suggested time:30 to 45 minutes, not counting prayers
  • Area:Bani Salamah, northwest Medina

About Qiblatain Mosque

Two directions fit in the name Qiblatain: the mosque recalls the change in the orientation of prayer, from Jerusalem to the Kaaba in Mecca. The official portal links the episode to Bani Salamah. Understanding the qibla adds context to your view of its domes.

Visiting the interior here is for Muslims, respecting worship. Everyone else skips this stop and the Seven Mosques, keeping Uhud, lunch and the park, without relying on permission to view a religious exterior.

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