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Madinah

Jannat al-Baqi

بقيع الغرقد

The main cemetery of Madinah, beside the Prophet's Mosque, resting place of many companions.

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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

Al-Baqi, also called Baqi al-Gharqad after the trees that once grew there, is south-east of the Prophet's Mosque.

Many members of the Prophet's family and thousands of his companions are buried here, including Uthman ibn Affan (may Allah be pleased with him).

It remains the main cemetery of Madinah today.

Key facts

Visiting times for men (Ministry of Hajj guide)
After Fajr until 8:00 am, and for one hour after Asr

Before you visit

  1. Follow the visiting times and the instructions of the staff at the gate.
  2. Graves are kept simple and are not marked with names. Visit quietly and pray for the deceased.
  3. Do not photograph funerals or mourners.

Last checked: 2026-10-24. Confirm current visiting rules on the official source: haj.gov.sa (Madinah guide)

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