Makkah:The Exhibition of the Two Holy Mosques Architecture in Makkah is providing an in-depth look into the history of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque. It showcases a collection of rare, original artifacts, photographs, and documents that illustrate the evolution of the architecture, expansion, and ongoing care of the Two Holy Mosques throughout the ages.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the exhibition spans approximately 1,200 square meters and is designed in harmony with the distinctive architectural style of the Grand Mosque. This offers visitors an experience that integrates historical, educational, and visual dimensions.
The exhibition features halls displaying scale models of the Two Holy Mosques, manuscripts, inscriptions, architectural elements such as doors and marble columns, as well as sections of the Kaaba's kiswa and other artifacts linked to the history of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque.
Among the notable items in the collection are a historic golden plaque that once adorned the Kaaba Gate, dating back to 1119 AH, and a historic clock, believed to date from 1277 AH, associated with the history of the Prophet's Mosque and the regulation of prayer times and acts of worship.