Uhud Mountain
Saudi Arabia
We start our tour by visiting the Uhud Mountain. At the foot of Uhud, one of the greatest battles of Islam, the Battle of Uhud took place. Seventy of the companions, including the Master of Martyrs, Hamza ibn Abdul Muttalib (RA), were martyred in this battle.
Contents
11 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome, esteemed travelers and seekers of historical truth, to the profound and imposing presence of Mount Uhud. Standing before this massive, dark geological formation, one cannot help but feel the immense weight of the past…
Listen in the app2Prince Mohammed bin Abdullah Park
Our journey begins here at the beautifully landscaped Prince Mohammed bin Abdullah Park, situated directly at the southern base of the mountain. Take a moment to gaze upward at the sheer scale of the geological giant looming over…
Listen in the app3Masjid Sayyid al-Shuhada
Moving slightly northward from the park, we arrive at the magnificent and luminous Masjid Sayyid al Shuhada, or the Mosque of the Master of Martyrs. Notice how the brilliant, pristine white stone of the structure creates a…
Listen in the app4The Martyrs' Cemetery
Directly opposite the grand white mosque lies a far more somber and deeply moving site, the Martyrs' Cemetery. Enclosed by a simple boundary, this sacred patch of earth serves as the final resting place for the seventy Muslim…
Listen in the app5Jabal al-Rumah (The Hill of Archers)
Turn your attention now to the small, distinct rocky hill situated to the side of the main mountain. This is Jabal al Rumah, historically known as Ainain Hill, or the Hill of the Archers. …
Listen in the app6The Central Battlefield Plain
We now step onto the open, dusty expanse of the central battlefield plain itself, situated squarely between the Archers' Hill and the imposing base of Mount Uhud. Take a deep breath and survey the wide open space. …
Listen in the app7The Old Neighborhood and Base Path
As we begin to move away from the central battlefield and closer toward the actual, physical base of Mount Uhud, we transition through an area that beautifully bridges the ancient past with the enduring culture of Madinah. We are…
Listen in the app8Masjid al-Fasah and the Mountain Crevice
As we approach the steeper, rocky incline at the immediate base of the mountain, we arrive at a site of immense emotional and historical significance. Before you lie the ancient, weathered ruins of a small, rudimentary stone…
Listen in the app9The Ascent and Volcanic Slopes
We now begin the dramatic ascent up the rugged, unforgiving slopes of Mount Uhud itself. The modern experience often involves traversing the winding, unpaved, and decidedly bumpy paths in heavy duty four by four vehicles, though…
Listen in the app10The Summit of Mount Uhud
We have finally reached the breathtaking summit of Mount Uhud. Step out and walk to the edge of the plateau. …
Listen in the app11Closing
As our profound journey across the rugged expanse of Mount Uhud draws to a close, let us gather our final thoughts while standing upon this majestic summit. The Battle of Uhud, fought over fourteen centuries ago on the dusty…
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What is Uhud Mountain?
Uhud Mountain is a place in Saudi Arabia with 11 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 11 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 24.5218, 39.6260 |
| Last updated |