ميناء الجار

The archaeological remains of Al-Jar include multiple mounds within city walls, with visible remnants of ancient port docks along the Red Sea coast.

The port of Al-Jar served as the main maritime gateway for Medina during the early Islamic period until its decline in the fifth century AH.

Archaeological excavations at Al-Jar have uncovered imported Chinese ceramics and early Islamic pottery, indicating extensive trade connections across regions.

The archaeological site extends along the coast approximately 10 kilometers north of Al-Rais town, between the modern cities of Yanbu and Medina.

During the severe famine of 18 AH, Caliph Umar personally supervised the distribution of food supplies arriving through Al-Jar port from Egypt and Syria.

GPS coordinates: 23.65083,38.51944

Latest update: April 26, 2025 14:58