On the northwestern edge of Makkah you’ll find a museum dedicated to treasures from two of Islam’s holiest mosques. Discover how Al Masjid Al Haram (Holy Mosque) in Makkah and Al Masjid An Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque) in Madinah have been transformed over the centuries. Behold artifacts that include a teak staircase from the Kaaba, carved in 1825, and the door of an Ottoman pulpit, a relic from the Prophet’s Mosque that dates to 1590.
The Museum of Architecture offers wonders for devotees of Islamic history. The exhibition hall lies about an hour drive from the city, in the Umm Al Jude area. Some Hajj and Umrah tour operators include this destination on their itineraries. Visitors can also take taxis (best to have the driver wait) or a bus.
Operating hours vary. It is usually open on Fridays and Saturdays during Ramadan and Hajj. You may need a permit to enter at other times.
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