Black Stone, Religious relic in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
The Black Stone consists of three large pieces and several smaller fragments held together by a silver band in the eastern corner of Kaaba.
In 930 CE, members of the Qarmatian sect removed the Black Stone from Mecca and kept it for twenty years until receiving payment for its return.
Muslims during their pilgrimage perform tawaf around the Kaaba, attempting to touch or point toward the Black Stone as part of their religious practice.
The stone remains accessible to pilgrims throughout the year, with designated areas for approaching and viewing it during both Hajj and Umrah seasons.
Scientific studies suggest the Black Stone could be of meteoric origin, containing fragments that display characteristics different from typical terrestrial rocks.
Location: Mecca
Part of: Kaaba
GPS coordinates: 21.42250,39.82617
Latest update: August 30, 2025 13:29
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