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Makkah

Jabal Thawr

جبل ثور

The mountain whose cave sheltered the Prophet (peace be upon him) and Abu Bakr during the Hijrah.

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General information. History is summarised from established sources, and visiting rules come from official guidance, which can change. For religious guidance, consult a qualified scholar.

History

When the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) left Makkah for Madinah in 622 CE, he and Abu Bakr al-Siddiq hid for three nights in a cave on this mountain.

The Quran refers to this event: 'the second of two, when they were in the cave' (Surah al-Tawbah 9:40).

The mountain is south of Masjid al-Haram.

Key facts

Event
The Hijrah (migration) to Madinah, 622 CE

Before you visit

  1. The climb is steeper and longer than Jabal al-Nour. Allow plenty of time and do not go in the midday heat.
  2. Visiting is not part of Hajj or Umrah.
  3. Carry water and a phone, and go with others.

Last checked: 2026-10-24. Confirm current visiting rules on the official source: visitsaudi.com

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