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Religious & historic · Wadi Al-Aqiq & Al-Qiblatayn

Qiblatain Mosque

Qiblatain Mosque… where the Qibla changed

A white mosque with twin domes and two minarets (AI image)

About

Qiblatain Mosque, on the western side of Madinah, witnessed the change of the Qibla from Al-Aqsa Mosque to the Kaaba during the Prophet’s ﷺ prayer, reflecting its historical and religious significance for visitors and worshippers.

Getting there

Al Qiblatayn, Madinah

15 min drive31 min by bus(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)

Good to know

  • Step-free access
  • Free entry
  • Women’s prayer area

Part of

  • ExperienceHalf a day

    Quba & Al-Aqiq

    Architecture & heritage walk

    Quba Mosque, the walkway, Masjid al-Qiblatayn and Urwa’s palace on the valley — old and new architecture side by side.

    • Free
    • Family friendly
    • Morning

    4 stops · Quba → Quba Walkway (Darb al-Sunnah) → Qiblatain Mosque

    See the experience
  • 1 day

    Heritage day

    Quba, Al-Qiblatayn, Urwa’s palace and the railway station.

    6 stops · Quba Mosque → Masjid al-Qiblatayn → Urwa’s palace

From the Al Munawarah places register, updated 16 July 2026. Hours can change, so check before you go.

Nearby

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  • Business hub & coworking

    Wadi Al-Aqiq & Al-Qiblatayn

    Fekr Hub

    A coworking space and business hub in Madinah offering offices, meeting rooms, and support services for entrepreneurs and students.

    Open 24 hours

    • Good for meetings

    15 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)

    See the place
  • Coffee shop

    Wadi Al-Aqiq & Al-Qiblatayn

    Row - Sultana

    A calm setting that captures the city’s flavor.

    7 AM – 1 AM

    Customer rating 3.7 / 5

    • Family friendly
    • Outdoor seating
    • Open late

    15 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)

    See the place
  • Coffee shop

    Wadi Al-Aqiq & Al-Qiblatayn· ﷼﷼

    TOLS Café – Sultana

    The spirit of Sultana Street in one vibrant café.

    Open 24 hours

    Customer rating 4.2 / 5

    • Outdoor seating
    • Open late
    • Good for meetings

    15 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)

    See the place

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