Holiest City Makkah al Mukarramah, also known as Mecca, is considered the holiest city in Islam.
Kaaba Location The Kaaba, the holiest shrine of Islam, is located in Makkah al Mukarramah.
Birthplace of Prophet Muhammad Makkah al Mukarramah is the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad.
Home of the Hajj Every year, millions of Muslims perform the Hajj pilgrimage in Makkah al Mukarramah.
Non-Muslims Entry Non-Muslims are strictly prohibited from entering the city of Makkah al Mukarramah.
Abraj Al-Bait Towers Makkah is home to the Abraj Al-Bait Towers, one of the tallest buildings in the world which also includes a massive clock tower.
Sacred Mosque Al-Masjid al-Haram is the largest mosque in the world and is located in Makkah al Mukarramah.
Time Zone Makkah operates on Arabia Standard Time which is 3 hours ahead of GMT.
Cultural Significance Many important historical and religious sites are located in and around Makkah al Mukarramah.
Quranic References Makkah is mentioned directly and indirectly several times in the Quran, underlining its religious significance in Islam.
