Ghar Thawr

Ghar Thawr is a historical Islamic landmark in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, associated with the life of Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him (PBUH). It serves as a significant destination for pilgrims, Umrah performers, and visitors to Makkah, as it represents an essential stage of the Prophet's migration to Madinah.

Prophet Muhammad and his companion Abu Bakr sought refuge in the cave for three days after leaving Makkah on their way to Madinah to avoid pursuit by Quraysh. Their story in the cave was documented with verses from the Holy Quran, making it the first bastion of Islam. A Quranic verse was revealed recounting the story of Ghar Thawr during their migration: "If you do not aid the Prophet - Allah has already aided him when those who disbelieved had driven him out [of Makkah] as one of two when they were in the cave and he said to his companion, 'Do not grieve; indeed Allah is with us.' And Allah sent down his tranquility upon him, supported him with angels you did not see and made the word of those who disbelieved the lowest, while the word of Allah is the highest. And Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise." (Surah at-Taubah Ayat 40)

Ghar Thawr is situated on the summit of Jabal Thawr, south of Makkah, also referred to as Jabal Athal. It is separated from the rest of Makkah's mountains by Wadi al-Mufajr and the circular road connecting Taif, the holy sites, and Jeddah, with the Hijrah District.
The mountain housing the cave reaches an elevation of 760 m above sea level.

At the base of Jabal Thawr, centers have been established to guide and assist pilgrims and visitors during their ascent and descent. These centers provide guidance and answers to their inquiries.