North Wadi Al Aqiq

(Sultana, Near Masjid Qiblatain)

Trail Overview


Location	North-west of Madinah, Inside of the city
Terrain	Wadi (flat dirt trail on river bank)
Surface Type	Dirt and rocks (there is a paved walkway above the trail)
Difficulty Level	Easy
Trail Length	5 km
Elevation Gain	NA (flat trail)
Estimated Time	2 hour loop
Development Status	Fully developed
Accessibility	Easily accessible by taxi. Ample parking on street level. Paved walkway is wheelchair and stroller friendly
Seasonal Notes	Mud and flooding after heavy rains

Trail Description

Surrounded by a paved walkway,

Natural Features

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Wadi, stream, trees, rock formations
Wildlife (if applicable)
Shade and sun exposure

Historical & Cultural Significance

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Historical figures connected to the site
Important events
Architectural remains (wells, forts, ruins)

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This area was once home to Urwah ibn al-Zubayr, one of the prominent Tabi‘un and son of the companion al-Zubayr ibn al-Awwam (رضي الله عنه). Urwah built his farm and castle in this valley due to its fertile soil, abundant water, and strategic location.

Religious Significance

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Hadith Reference:
There is a hadith reported by Umar ibn Al-Khattab (رضي الله عنه) that the Angel Jibreel (peace be upon him) came to the Prophet ﷺ and said:

“Pray in this blessed valley, and say: ‘Umrah and Hajj.’”

(Sahih al-Bukhari)

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