Jabal al-Nour
Jabal al-Nour
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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In the Muslim religion, Muhammad received his first revelation from God on this mountain.
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ummar y
2 contributions
Jan 2023 • Solo
From haram don't pay more than 20 saudi riyal one to 3 ppl no more than 20
Bring your trainers coz your slippers will come off on the first bit
Get you Ur driver to bring u up next to mosque then u can start walking up most cars can't go all the way up,
Bring water must and snacks if u haven't eaten
Take your time climbing no race do adkar zikr and make prayer going up and coming down
Ppl ask from r help on the way up and down who stay there get some prayers from them by giving a little from u can. Once your all the way up u have to squeeze in gaps to get threw Make sure no one is exiting when u enter .have patience make 2 nafl que And then make prayers and reciation lovely view stay safe don't slip and take your family and parents
I went at night before fajr very beautiful experience
Bring your trainers coz your slippers will come off on the first bit
Get you Ur driver to bring u up next to mosque then u can start walking up most cars can't go all the way up,
Bring water must and snacks if u haven't eaten
Take your time climbing no race do adkar zikr and make prayer going up and coming down
Ppl ask from r help on the way up and down who stay there get some prayers from them by giving a little from u can. Once your all the way up u have to squeeze in gaps to get threw Make sure no one is exiting when u enter .have patience make 2 nafl que And then make prayers and reciation lovely view stay safe don't slip and take your family and parents
I went at night before fajr very beautiful experience
Written 27 January 2023
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Khalid8
Singapore, Singapore131 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
It was a spiritual experience to say the least. A must visit for all Muslims.
The plan was to leave the hotel at 4.30. Hike up to the summit, do solat subuh, watch the sunrise and hike down. Didnt go as planned.
We took Uber which cost 40 Riyal. The driver dropped us off at a dark alley and told us the start point is just a walk ahead. Unfortunately when we reached the supposedly start point it was boarded up. The start point and route had just been changed 3 days ago. We had to take another taxi to Hira Cultural Centre, the new start point, a spanking new complex.
The new route was well-marked. There were quite a number of hikers going in both directions. The trail was both sandy and rocky. It then started to drizzle which made the rocks quite slippery. Some parts were quite steep and could be quite overwhelming for someone afraid of heights.
When we reached the Hira Cave, I was so emotional. To be at the same place where Prophet Muhammad was, it was surreal. I managed to climb into the cave. The entry was narrow but manageable. A few people did their solat in the cave itself. I didn’t but decided to leave the cave to allow others to come in.
We did our solat at the summit, at the roofless mushollah. The view was spectacular from the summit.
When we hiked down, we could see the old closed route which we believed was so much steeper but much much shorter. The distance was only 4.2 km and it took us a total of 2.30 hours.
The plan was to leave the hotel at 4.30. Hike up to the summit, do solat subuh, watch the sunrise and hike down. Didnt go as planned.
We took Uber which cost 40 Riyal. The driver dropped us off at a dark alley and told us the start point is just a walk ahead. Unfortunately when we reached the supposedly start point it was boarded up. The start point and route had just been changed 3 days ago. We had to take another taxi to Hira Cultural Centre, the new start point, a spanking new complex.
The new route was well-marked. There were quite a number of hikers going in both directions. The trail was both sandy and rocky. It then started to drizzle which made the rocks quite slippery. Some parts were quite steep and could be quite overwhelming for someone afraid of heights.
When we reached the Hira Cave, I was so emotional. To be at the same place where Prophet Muhammad was, it was surreal. I managed to climb into the cave. The entry was narrow but manageable. A few people did their solat in the cave itself. I didn’t but decided to leave the cave to allow others to come in.
We did our solat at the summit, at the roofless mushollah. The view was spectacular from the summit.
When we hiked down, we could see the old closed route which we believed was so much steeper but much much shorter. The distance was only 4.2 km and it took us a total of 2.30 hours.
Written 29 December 2023
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AMC
9 contributions
Nov 2022
This place is a very unique place because here is where Prophet Mohamed (PBUH) received the first message from God, through the Ange Gabriel (Jibril ) The cave is in the top of this mountain, and to get there is a very steep road amde of very different heights steps, it is difficult to get there, and the worst part is when you finally make it to the top and find the cave, well, you cannot even get close to it, because the entrance is full of people that are pushing and shoving and yelling, all want to get isnide at the same time and they don't let you go... The people that get inside they take too long, they start praying to the stones inside and kiss them and do all sorts of things inside that takes too long, meantime in the outside is the mayhem happening, I don't know what would be the best time to go, but we went around 1 PM I mean 1PM right outside the cave, stayed for about 1/2 hour and couldn't move an inch and I was getting crushed by more people coming and hardly anybody coming out of the cave, We didn't make it to the inside, there were very uneducated people there. A guy came out of the cave and just passed over a pre-teen girl that was sitting down next to a wall and hit her head with such force while he was passing that he head bounced back and forth, I pushed him and told him "BE CAREFUL" he just kept going like nothing happened and the poor girl was probably in such pain, I saw her mother or a relative asking her if she was ok. We left after seeing this. Dirty.
Written 7 February 2023
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Abu Asim
54 contributions
Jan 2023
A very uplifting spiritual experience. This mountain has the cave of Al-Hira', wherein the Beloved Messenger of Allah, Muhammad (pbuh), received the first verses of the Holy Qur'an via the archangel Jibril. The climb isn't as bad as you may think. I found it quite easy. There were toddlers and many old ladies climbing up to the cave, which is at the peak. However, the mountain does not appear to be looked after by the Saudi authorities - it is full of strewn refuse/garbage all the way to the top.
Written 12 February 2023
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B Q
Birmingham, UK96 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
We climbed Jabal Al Noor just after praying Asr at the masjid attached. It took us 45 minutes and the heat and the tough incline made it difficult. Once at the top, we prayed maghrib which was beautiful. We could not get to the cave as it was so busy but I could see lots of people going in to the cave and offering nafal. If is a must do for those going to perform Umrah.
Written 1 January 2023
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Mario F
15 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
trust me its tough i wouldn't go here again. it was fun to see the view but its tiring like u can't climb up but down is easy but sliperly and one slip can make u hurt or death. they had lemonade which saved us
Written 11 February 2024
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Abdul7829
London683 contributions
Mar 2012 • Family
The climb is a lot convenient now but still an extranous exercise. made the mistake of not taking anything with us except a bottle of water for the climb but there are rest stops on the climb where basics can be purchased.
Written 23 April 2012
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hassanScott
Seremban, Malaysia65 contributions
its a 2 hour climb round trip to get to the cave at the top. Not a bad climb if you are in shape, but a bit hot when we went. 20 riyals each way for the taxi.
Written 12 June 2009
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Shafi Khan
Timergara, Pakistan85 contributions
Oct 2019
Jabal Al Nour or Mountain of Hira Cave. situated near to Haram Sharif in Makkah.
This historical mountain has Cave of Hira, where the first verse of Quran was revealed to Muhammed Peace Be Upon Him.
This historical mountain has Cave of Hira, where the first verse of Quran was revealed to Muhammed Peace Be Upon Him.
Written 29 September 2020
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ednan
High Wycombe, UK196 contributions
Dec 2018 • Family
Prior to our trip I read quite a few reviews on TA but I could not find the complete information so was not sure whether this trek was worth the effort having kids (youngest 10)
How to get there ?
Taxi from the Haram. It costs 20 SAR to get there and 30 to return. There are plenty of taxis at both locations.
How long does it take ?
Round trip 3.5 hours
What are the facilities like ?
The site is not maintained by the Saudi authorities and there are no visitor facilities in the area. However, there are plenty of shops at the base and there are people selling things along the route. I was shocked to see this rubbish visitors are leaving so please take it with you and better still take some extra to clear the site up.
Essentials
Take plenty of drinks and snacks as you will need to stop and rest as the climb is steep though there are purpose built steps. The climb is not recommended for young children or the elderly
The climb was okay but legs felt sore afterwards which impacted prayers at the haram later. Whilst the visit is recommended I question whether it is worth missing a prayer at the haram so timings should be considered to avoid missing prayers and the hot weather- after Fajr or Isha.
Enough has been said about the significance of the site but something noteworthy is that the approach to the cave itself is through a narrow pass between the rocks and it is not for the faint hearted.
All in all a great half day trip but boy do the legs hurt afterwards...:(
How to get there ?
Taxi from the Haram. It costs 20 SAR to get there and 30 to return. There are plenty of taxis at both locations.
How long does it take ?
Round trip 3.5 hours
What are the facilities like ?
The site is not maintained by the Saudi authorities and there are no visitor facilities in the area. However, there are plenty of shops at the base and there are people selling things along the route. I was shocked to see this rubbish visitors are leaving so please take it with you and better still take some extra to clear the site up.
Essentials
Take plenty of drinks and snacks as you will need to stop and rest as the climb is steep though there are purpose built steps. The climb is not recommended for young children or the elderly
The climb was okay but legs felt sore afterwards which impacted prayers at the haram later. Whilst the visit is recommended I question whether it is worth missing a prayer at the haram so timings should be considered to avoid missing prayers and the hot weather- after Fajr or Isha.
Enough has been said about the significance of the site but something noteworthy is that the approach to the cave itself is through a narrow pass between the rocks and it is not for the faint hearted.
All in all a great half day trip but boy do the legs hurt afterwards...:(
Written 26 December 2018
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Will I get a taxi from jable Noor to harem around midnight if I plan to start after Isha Salah in Haram and how much is decent taxi fare to and fro, TIA
Written 18 August 2019
I would advise going immediately after fajr. But if you must go at night, take a flashlight and check the weather forecast to make sure there is no rain. I've heard that people have slipped and died at night. The pathways are not very developed as the government doesn't maintain them and does not encourage visitors.
Written 18 August 2019
Do you have to be Moslem to visit this cave?
Written 20 August 2018
Yes only muslims are allowed into the city of Mecca ,several checkpoints enroute.
Saudi gov are very queued up when it comes to pilgrims ,strick rules are in place ,they know who you are where you coming from ,who youre travelling with where you staying and when you leaving. Safety is 101 % hence 0% crime rate.
Dispite the western belief that muslim women are oppressed I have never seen so many muslim women walk the street or even take a taxi alone back to the hotel after midnight from the Grand Mosque I have done so many a time after seperating from my hubby during the night prayers.Its the safest place in the world .The Saudis are really amazing when its comes to security Plus there are no visible weapons to scare you dispite the huge army presents to guide you . Hats off to the Saudi Goverment .
Wish I lived there.
Written 28 August 2018
Is it impossible for a non-Muslim like myself to visit the Hira cave (and also the Thawr cave)?
Written 30 August 2015
You can definitely visit not only this place but also the best & sacred & blessed places on earth, Grand Mosques of Mecca & Madinah and no force on earth can prevent you from this, provided you believe in one & only Creator Allah & Prophet Muhammad ( Peace be upon him) as his last messenger. In simple words become a Muslim. It is as simple as that !
Written 12 October 2017
Can anyone tellme if the climb is okay for children? we are used to abit of trekking- my boys are 9 & 11.
Written 9 March 2015
They will inshalah just name sure to start early and take water plus camera so you film your journey and never need to return.
Written 10 March 2015
In mid February what is the best time to climb ghar e hira?
Written 31 January 2015
As far as I know there are 2 times in the day that people would climb it. Very early in the morning or dinner time/ slightly after dinner time. I went in a group of 4 at night around dinner time or slightly later (8pm?), and it was great because there was barely anybody around other than my group, meaning that we actually get to spend time at the Hira cave for 20-30mins all by ourselves before other people start to come. It was a beautiful experience with the peace and quiet we got when we were up there.
Written 31 January 2015
i want to know whether there is hole in the mountain to see haraam shareef
Written 14 January 2015
Therhe is an opening through which you can see only the top of the haram (minarets)
Written 15 January 2015
sorry we did not take any videos of the mountain
Written 15 January 2015
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