MAKKAH MUSEUM

Makkah Museum is the historic center of Muslim pilgrimage that welcomes thousands of pilgrims for thousands of years. The historic Museum houses rare artifacts, fascinating collections, and displays that showcase the culture and heritage of the holy city. Take a tour around the seven main halls highlighting the Islamic civilization and explore the exhibition containing treasures and relics from the era of the Prophet Muhammad’s companions.

Those who are keen to know more about Mecca’s past and present must pay a visit to the Makkah Museum. One of the must-visit Mecca tourist attractions,  this 3435-sq-metre was formerly known as the  Al Zahir Palace. Visit the museum to view a collection of images and exhibits featuring Makkah’s heritage and reflecting the teachings of the Quran and the Sunnah of the Prophet.

You will find images of Saudi Arabia’s important archaeological discoveries along with exhibits on pre-Islamic history while strolling across the place. An exciting exhibit in this museum which you must not miss is one which traces the origins of Islamic calligraphy with references to Arabic fonts and samples of inscriptions that have been discovered in archaeological digs. Few other interesting places include the hall on Islamic art complements the calligraphy displays and another depicting human life in prehistoric times.

Highlights

• Do visit Makkah Museum and get immersed in the beauty of the past memorizing through stories, literature, and the lives of people.
• Stroll around the historical museum and achieve the artistic richness of Saudi eras by regarding its contents.
• Wander every façade of the Makkah Museum and appreciate its sculptural qualities and the deep Islamic calligraphic tradition ornamented on exterior walls of the museum.