The Holy Journey (06): Jabal Uhud, Medina

One of the important historical sites in Medina is Jabal Uhud @ Bukit Uhud (Jabal = hill). This is the site of the second war in Muslim history, where the Muslim warriors lost due to disobeying the orders from the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and many of the Prophet's valued right hand men and his beloved uncle were lost.


The Mosque of Saidina Hamzah ra, in remembrance of the great warrior and the Prophet's (PBUH) own uncle. Behind is the Jabal Uhud.


The war memorial site, built to remember the lost of many brave warriors, most of them the Prophet’s (PBUH) closest companions. Here visitors stand outside while reciting prayers for the dead.


Within the area is a bazaar selling the usual stuffs; dates, long robes (jubbah), tasbih (prayer beads), custom jewelry, toys, dried food, drinks and others.


It was too freaking hot so after reciting my prayers and snapping photo I made a go for the bus straightaway. I wonder how those Arab women can stand wearing black jubbah with layers of garments underneath.