Mina
منى
A valley about 7 km east of Masjid al-Haram, filled with more than 100,000 white fireproof tents, a “city of tents.”
Mina lies about 7 km east of Mecca. During the Hajj, pilgrims stay here for several days. More than 100,000 identical white fireproof tents cover the valley, a truly spectacular sight. The valley also contains Khayf Mosque, which marks the place where the Prophet is said to have prayed. Outside the Hajj season, the tent city is largely empty, and you can drive past to see it. During the Hajj, a Hajj permit is required, and entry and exit are strictly controlled. You can take the Mashaer Metro between Arafat and Muzdalifah.
Opening hours
All day (Hajj season requires permit)
Nearby sights
- Jamarat Bridge
- Muzdalifah
- Hira Cultural District
- Jabal al-Nour & Hira Cave
- Jabal Thawr
- Abraj Al Bait (Makkah Clock Royal Tower)
- Mosque of the Jinn
- Masjid al-Haram & Kaaba