Makka is the Holy City of Islam, although the city had religious importance before the advent of Islam. It is located in the western region of Saudi Arabia, near the Red Sea. Technically, the city is formally known as Makkah al-Mukaaramah, translating into English as “Makka the Blessed.”
Why It is very important for Muslims? and Why Muslims Should travel to Makka?
For Muslims, Mecca is a very important and sacred place. All able-bodied Muslims must travel to Mecca during their lifetimes to fulfill hajj, or pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam. The city is holy for a number of reasons. The primary reason for most Muslims is that Mecca is the birthplace of Muhammad, the prophet of Islam. Many of his revelations also occurred within the confines of Makka.
What is Kaaba?
In addition to being the birthplace of the Prophet, Mecca is also the location of the Kaa'ba, a structure allegedly built by Abraham. The Kaa'ba is housed inside the Masjid al-Haram, the Great Mosque of Mecca, and is visited by millions of Muslims annually.
What is Zamzam well?
It is the holy well which supposedly sprung into existence to give water to Hagar, wife of Abraham, can also be found in Makka.
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