The Mayor of the Medina Region and CEO of the Regional Development Authority, Engineer Fahd bin Mohammed Al-Bulaishi, extended congratulations to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. He also congratulated Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, Governor of the Medina Region and Chairman of the Regional Development Authority, and Prince Saud bin Nahar bin Saud bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of the Region, on this blessed occasion, as well as all residents and visitors of the region. He prayed to God to bring this blessed occasion back to the wise leadership with abundant health and well-being, and to grant the nation more security, prosperity, and development, and to perpetuate the Kingdom’s progress and growth under the goals of Vision 2030. He affirmed that the wise leadership’s care and attention to serving the guests of God and tending to the Two Holy Mosques embodies the Kingdom’s Islamic status and global leadership, reflecting the integrated efforts of various entities to facilitate pilgrims’ journeys and enable them to perform their rituals with ease and tranquility. He prayed to God to protect the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the Crown Prince, grant them abundant health and well-being, and perpetuate the blessings of security, safety, stability, and prosperity upon this land.
Medina Region
The Medina Region in western Saudi Arabia is historically significant as the site of Medina, the second holiest city in Islam, where the Prophet Muhammad established the first Muslim community after his migration (Hijra) from Mecca in 622 CE. This region encompasses both the urban center and surrounding desert areas, serving as a major pilgrimage destination for Muslims visiting the Prophet’s Mosque. Its history is deeply tied to early Islamic development, including the drafting of the Constitution of Medina and its role as a center of Islamic learning and governance.
Two Holy Mosques
The “Two Holy Mosques” refers to the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca and the Masjid al-Nabawi in Medina, the two holiest sites in Islam. Masjid al-Haram surrounds the Kaaba, which Muslims believe was built by Abraham and his son Ishmael, and is the direction of prayer for all Muslims. Masjid al-Nabawi was originally built by the Prophet Muhammad in 622 CE and contains his tomb, making it a central place of pilgrimage and spiritual significance.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques
The title “Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques” is a royal honorific used by the kings of Saudi Arabia, signifying their responsibility for protecting and managing the holy cities of Mecca and Medina. The title was first adopted by King Faisal in 1986, replacing the previous term “His Majesty,” to emphasize the kingdom’s religious role. It reflects the monarch’s duty to safeguard Islam’s two holiest sites and oversee the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud
The Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, is the de facto ruler of the kingdom, serving as both Crown Prince and Prime Minister. Born in 1985, he rose to prominence after his father, King Salman, appointed him as Deputy Crown Prince in 2015 and then Crown Prince in 2017. He is best known for spearheading Vision 2030, an ambitious plan
Masjid al-Haram
Masjid al-Haram, located in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, is the holiest site in Islam, housing the Kaaba, which Muslims face during prayer. Its history dates back to the time of the Prophet Abraham and Ishmael, who are believed to have built the Kaaba, and it has been expanded significantly over centuries, especially under Islamic caliphates and modern Saudi rule. The mosque surrounds the Kaaba and the Zamzam Well, attracting millions of pilgrims annually for the Hajj and Umrah rituals.
Masjid al-Nabawi
Masjid al-Nabawi, located in Medina, Saudi Arabia, is the second holiest site in Islam, built by the Prophet Muhammad himself in 622 CE. Originally a simple open-air structure with palm trunk columns, it served as a community center, court, and school, and now houses the Prophet’s tomb under the iconic Green Dome. Over centuries, it has been expanded into a massive modern complex, accommodating millions of worshippers annually while preserving its profound spiritual and historical significance.
Kaaba
The Kaaba is a sacred cube-shaped structure located in the center of the Great Mosque in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, and is the holiest site in Islam. According to Islamic tradition, it was originally built by the Prophet Abraham and his son Ishmael as a monotheistic house of worship, and it has been a focal point for pilgrimage for centuries. Today, Muslims around the world face the Kaaba during their daily prayers, and it is the central destination of the Hajj pilgrimage.
Prophet’s Mosque
The Prophet’s Mosque, located in Medina, Saudi Arabia, is one of the holiest sites in Islam, originally built by the Prophet Muhammad in 622 CE after his migration from Mecca. It served as the center of the early Muslim community, functioning as a mosque, school, and meeting place. Over centuries, it has been expanded and renovated, notably by the Umayyad and Ottoman caliphs, and now houses the Prophet’s tomb beneath its iconic green dome.
Two Holy Mosques
The “Two Holy Mosques” refers to the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca and the Masjid al-Nabawi in Medina, the two holiest sites in Islam. Masjid al-Haram surrounds the Kaaba, the direction of prayer for Muslims, and has been expanded over centuries since the time of Prophet Abraham. Masjid al-Nabawi was originally built by the Prophet Muhammad in 622 CE and houses his tomb, serving as a central place of worship and pilgrimage for millions of Muslims annually.
Medina
Medina, located in western Saudi Arabia, is the second holiest city in Islam after Mecca. It is historically significant as the city that welcomed the Prophet Muhammad after his emigration (Hijra) from Mecca in 622 CE, marking the beginning of the Islamic calendar. The city is home to the Prophet’s Mosque (Al-Masjid an-Nabawi), which contains his tomb and is a major pilgrimage destination for Muslims.
Mecca
Mecca is the holiest city in Islam, located in present-day Saudi Arabia. It is the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad in 570 CE and the site of the Kaaba, a sacred structure that Muslims face during prayer. For centuries, Mecca has been the destination of the Hajj pilgrimage, a religious duty for all able-bodied Muslims.
Medina Region
The Medina Region, located in western Saudi Arabia, is a historically significant area centered around the holy city of Medina, the second holiest city in Islam. It is renowned as the place where the Prophet Muhammad migrated in 622 CE (the Hijra) and established the first Muslim community, and it houses the Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (the Prophet’s Mosque), his burial site. The region’s history is deeply intertwined with the rise of Islam, serving as a key center for religious learning and pilgrimage for over 1,400 years.
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