A unique experience in the museums of Mecca, to learn about the history of the architecture of the Grand Mosque
Embark on a unique tour to learn about the history of the Holy Kaaba and the Two Holy Mosques by visiting the King Abdul Aziz Complex for the Kaaba Cover and the Two Holy Mosques Architecture Exhibition in Makkah.
A tour guide will accompany you during the tour, providing a detailed explanation of the stages of making the Kaaba cover using natural silk and gilded threads.
In addition to learning about the history of the architecture of the Grand Mosque and the expansions it has witnessed throughout the ages through the historical exhibits and models inside the two exhibitions.
An experience that takes you from the scene that every Muslim knows; the Kaaba, the circumambulation, the courtyards, and the minarets, to the details that have shaped this scene through centuries of care, construction, and service.
With Siyaha, embark on an enriching tour of the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Kaaba's Kiswa and the Two Holy Mosques Architecture Exhibition, gaining a deeper and more impactful understanding of the history of the Kaaba and the Two Holy Mosques. Located in Mecca, the Two Holy Mosques Architecture Exhibition showcases rare artifacts, photographs, documents, manuscripts, and models that chronicle the history of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque. It also features exhibits related to the Kaaba, such as the Kaaba's ladder and Ottoman manuscripts.
How is it embroidered with golden threads? And how did the making of the cover become a meticulous work that combines mastery, sanctity, and a craft that is not repeated? The King Abdulaziz Complex for the Kaaba Cover is a distinctive destination to learn about the history of the cover and the stages of its meticulous making.
Then you move between the halls of the Two Holy Mosques Architecture Exhibition, where you don't stand before silent exhibits, but rather before a living memory. Old photographs reveal the features of the Haram before the modern expansions, architectural models illustrate the stages of construction and development, and documents and artifacts allow you to see the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque from a different angle; the angle of details that we often overlook amidst the awe of the place and the crowds of visitors.
This tour is not just a cultural activity in Mecca, but a rare opportunity to understand how the Grand Mosque came to be in its current form. You will leave with a fresh perspective on every gate, every expansion, and every architectural detail. You will feel that your visit to Mecca has deepened, and that you have witnessed a great history firsthand.
It's an ideal experience for pilgrims, families, students, and lovers of Islamic history and architecture. If you're in or near Mecca, it would be a real loss to leave without giving yourself this tranquil hour amidst the history of the Kaaba, its covering, and the memory of the Two Holy Mosques.