More than 19 million worshipers have visited Madinah’s historic Quba Mosque in 2024, according to the Madinah Development Authority.

This record-breaking attendance underscores the mosque’s profound significance as the first mosque established in Islam, tracing back to the first year of Hijra, The Islamic Information reported.

To enhance the experience of these visitors, the mosque offers a range of services, including 14,000 square meters of landscaped and accessible courtyards. Six dedicated vehicles provide round-the-clock transportation for the elderly and those with disabilities, ensuring inclusive access.

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Recent improvements to the mosque’s facilities reflect a commitment to comfort and spirituality.

Nearly 8,000 square meters of new carpeting have been laid, and the mosque maintains a storage capacity of 98,000 liters of Zamzam water. To further enhance the ambiance, 1,500 lighting units have been added to brighten the space.

The Quba Mosque, located on the outskirts of Medina, Saudi Arabia, holds a special place in Islamic history as the first mosque ever built.

Constructed in 622 CE by the Prophet Muhammad and his companions shortly after their migration (Hijra) from Makkah to Madinah, Quba became a spiritual symbol of the new Muslim community.

According to Islamic tradition, the Prophet personally laid the foundation stones of the mosque, which was originally a simple structure of unbaked clay bricks. Over time, the mosque has been expanded and renovated, but its original significance endures.