Mosque of Al-Ghamama, Historical mosque in Medina, Saudi Arabia
The Mosque of Al-Ghamama is a historic building in Medina with five domed entrances supported by pointed arches. The prayer hall extends 30 meters (about 98 feet) in length and 15 meters (around 49 feet) in width, providing space for daily worship.
Built between 86 and 93 AH during the governance of Omar ibn Abdul Aziz, the mosque marks a site where Prophet Muhammad performed Eid and rain prayers in 631 CE. The structure has been renovated several times over the centuries while maintaining its original function as a place of worship.
The name refers to clouds that once provided shade during a prayer for rain, a story still mentioned by visitors today. Worshippers use the prayer hall daily for their devotions and consider the site part of their walk through the holy city.
The building lies about 500 meters (roughly 1640 feet) from the Bab Al-Salam gate in the southwestern direction from the Prophet's Mosque. The site has two main sections for entrance and prayer, and visitors can orient themselves by the surrounding area to find access.
The exterior walls display black basalt stones contrasting with the white-painted domes, creating a recognizable pattern of dark arches and light surfaces. This design contrast catches the eye of visitors walking through the old quarter.
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