Masjid Al-Taneem
Where the Mother of Believers Performed Ihram
About Masjid Al-Taneem
Masjid Al-Taneem is one of the mosques of Makkah Al-Mukarramah that is located in the western part of the city of Makkah, about 7 km away from Masjid Al-Haram. It gained its fame because it was built in the place where Aisha bint Abu Bakr performed Umrah during the Farewell Pilgrimage in the 9th year of Hijra.
A Historical Link to the Mother of Believers
Masjid al-Taneem is considered one of the most important Islamic landmarks in Makkah and is also called the mosque of the Mother of Believers Aisha Bint Abu Bakr – May Allah Be Pleased with Them – because she prayed and performed Ihram there in the Farewell Pilgrimage. The mosque is now a place where the people of Makkah perform Ihram, and receives people all year round. It is distinguished by its modern Islamic architectural style mixed with historical authenticity and exquisite decorations.
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