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Qibla Wall at Prophet’s Mosque Reflects Islamic Architectural Artistry
SPA Madinah, March 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The qibla wall of the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah represents one of the mosque’s prominent architectural elements, reflecting the artistic precision and aesthetic traditions of Islamic architecture. The wall features intricate vegetal ornamentation that decorates its surfaces, forming a unified decorative composition that highlights the craftsmanship and design traditions developed throughout the mosque’s historical expansi
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Imams of Grand Mosque and Prophet’s Mosque Call Muslims to Intensify Worship in Final Days of Ramadan
SPA Madinah / Makkah, March 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Imams of Islam’s two holiest mosques on Friday called on Muslims to increase worship and good deeds during the remaining days of the holy month of Ramadan. At the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, Imam and Khateeb Sheikh Dr. Ahmed bin Ali Al-Hudhaifi urged worshippers to devote the last nights of Ramadan to prayer, recitation of the Qur’an, charity and remembrance of God, stressing the importance of sincerity in acts of
4 days ago1 min read


Successive Saudi expansions increase capacity of Prophet’s Mosque to 1.8 million worshippers
SPA RIYADH, March 6, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah has undergone a series of major expansions during the Saudi era aimed at facilitating the movement of worshippers and visitors while preserving its Islamic architectural character. The first Saudi expansion began in 1952 (1372 AH) and continued until 1955 (1375 AH), adding about 16,326 square meters to the mosque and increasing its capacity to nearly 28,000 worshippers. A second expansion
Mar 61 min read


Prophet’s Mosque Lighting System Highlights Architectural Beauty
SPA Madinah, March 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The lighting system at the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah includes 138,650 units designed to enhance the site’s architecture and support a tranquil atmosphere for worshippers, according to information released by the authority overseeing the mosque. The network includes 297 chandeliers and 8,219 column-mounted units to provide visibility across corridors. It also includes 10,546 units engraved with the name of Allah, amon
Mar 51 min read


Prophet’s Mosque visitors reach 10.8 million in first 10 days of Ramadan
SPA Riyadh, March 1, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah received 10,789,467 worshippers during the first 10 days of Ramadan 1447 AH for the five daily prayers and Taraweeh, according to official figures. A total of 317,025 worshippers prayed in the Rawdah Sharifah during the same period, while 784,379 visitors offered greetings to the Prophet Muhammad and his two companions. The figures were reported as part of an operational system aimed at c
Mar 11 min read


Saudi Arabia launches smart interactive map system for Grand Mosque and Prophet’s Mosque
SPA Riyadh, February 26, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Chief Executive Officer of the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque Ghazi Al-Shahrani on Thursday inaugurated a new smart interactive map system for the Grand Mosque in Mecca and the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina. The smart interactive map is designed to facilitate the movement of visitors and pilgrims and improve navigation efficiency inside the two holy mosques. I
Feb 261 min read


Authority prepares integrated parking system at Prophet’s Mosque with smart monitoring
SPA Madinah, February 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque prepared an integrated parking system at the Prophet’s Mosque supported by 24-hour smart monitoring technologies. The parking facility comprises 24 designated units, each accommodating 184 vehicles. The site is equipped with more than 1,000 fire extinguishers and hoses and 700 smart surveillance cameras to support safety
Feb 221 min read


Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Performs Prayers at Prophet’s Mosque
SPA Madinah, February 20, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, visited the Prophet’s Mosque today and performed prayers at the site. Upon arrival, HRH the Crown Prince was received by Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, President of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque; Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfig Al-Rabiah; and a number of the mosque’s imams and
Feb 201 min read


Prophet’s Mosque Launches Awareness Center to Guide Visitors During Ramadan
SPA Riyadh, February 18 (SABN) – An awareness center focusing on proper etiquette and religious rulings for visiting the Prophet’s Mosque has been inaugurated, coinciding with the holy month of Ramadan. The initiative is designed to enhance religious awareness among visitors and provide structured guidance to ensure correct practices in accordance with the Prophetic tradition. The center has been established at multiple locations within the mosque to ensure accessibility and
Feb 181 min read


Saudi religious affairs presidency launches 1447 AH Ramadan operational plan for Grand Mosque, Prophet’s Mosque
SPA Riyadh, January 30, 2026 (SABN) – The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque has launched its 1447 AH Ramadan operational plan, aimed at enriching the spiritual experience of visitors and promoting the message of moderation. Sheikh Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, President of Religious Affairs, said the plan is a systematic, institutional response to the diverse cultural and linguistic needs of global visitors. He said the plan includes 100 in
Jan 301 min read


Exhibition Showcasing Architecture of the Prophet’s Mosque Opens to Visitors in Madinah
SPA Madinah, January 19, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – An exhibition dedicated to the architecture of the Prophet’s Mosque has opened to visitors in Madinah, offering an overview of the mosque’s historical development, architectural features and expansion phases, officials said. The exhibition, located south of the mosque and covering 2,200 square meters, includes several sections and interactive displays that document the evolution of the structure from its earliest co
Jan 191 min read


More than 23 million worshippers attend prayers at Prophet’s Mosque in Jumada Al Akhira
SPA MADINAH, December 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – More than 23 million worshippers performed prayers at the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah during the month of Jumada Al Akhira, according to official statistics. Figures released by the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques showed that 1,319,653 worshippers visited Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifa during the same period. Authorities said a comprehensive system of operational and organisational services wa
Dec 25, 20251 min read


Over 13 million visit the Two Holy Mosques during Rabi’ Al-Akhir 1447 AH
📷SPA Makkah, October 11, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Authority for the Care of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s...
Oct 11, 20251 min read


Prophet’s Mosque Imam Urges Gratitude and Humility in Friday Sermon
📷SPA Riyadh, October 3, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Imam of the Prophet’s Mosque Sheikh Salah Al-Budair on Friday called on...
Oct 3, 20251 min read


Authority Reports Average Umrah Duration of 115 Minutes in Rabi’ Al-Awwal
📷SPA Riyadh, October 2, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and...
Oct 2, 20251 min read


Over 53.5 Million Visit the Two Holy Mosques During Rabi' al-Awwal
📷SPA Makkah/Medina, Sept 27, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Authority for the Care of the Grand Mosque and the...
Sep 27, 20251 min read


Prophet’s Mosque Imam Highlights Virtues of the Holy Quran in Friday Sermon
Madinah, September 19, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Sheikh Dr. Abdul Mohsen Al-Qasim, Imam of the Prophet’s Mosque, emphasized the...
Sep 19, 20251 min read


Grand Mosque and Prophet’s Mosque Authority Highlights Digital Achievements in Serving Worshippers
📷SPA Makkah, September 18, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and...
Sep 18, 20251 min read


Prophet’s Mosque Imam Stresses Centrality of Monotheism in Friday Sermon
📷SPA Medina, September 12, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Sheikh Dr. Hussein Al Al-Sheikh, Imam of the Prophet’s Mosque, said in...
Sep 12, 20251 min read


Over 52 Million Visit the Two Holy Mosques During Safar 1447 AH
📷SPA Riyadh, August 31, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Presidency for the Care of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s...
Aug 30, 20251 min read
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