Bringing Past and Present Together:
The square is located at a short distance from the eastern the south of the Prophet’s Mosque. The Square is intersected with Quba Walking Trail, which extends for 3 km from the Prophet's Mosque to Quba Mosque. It meets the latest technical specifications and is inclusive and accessible. It overlooks a number of historical landmarks. Many shopping centers and event venues, and other services are also available.
A Distinct Tourist Attraction:
Quba Square is part of the project of Madinah Humanization Program launched by the Chairman of the Madinah Region Development Authority with the aim of improving and developing vital sites in Madinah, launching attractive tourist destinations, and creating human- and eco-friendly sites at a level parallel to the ones in the Middle East and the globe.
Quba Square is the center and starting point of this walking trail. In 2018, it won the Best Tourist Attraction Award, a category of the Saudi Excellence in Tourism Awards.
Significance of Quba Square:
• It is of a historical and religious value, as the Prophet, blessings and peace be upon him, used to go to Quba Mosque every Saturday, either on foot or riding, and pray two rak'ahs there. It is reported that praying in Quba Mosque is equivalent to ‘Umrah in reward.
• It has a strategic location in the midst of the old city and its architectural style is in harmony with its surroundings and with Madinah heritage.
• It overlooks a number of historical sites, including: Al-Ghamamah Mosque, Abu Bakr Al-Siddiq Mosque, Omar ibn Al-Khattab Mosque, Ali ibn Abi Talib Mosque, and the International Exhibition and Museum of the Biography of the Prophet's Biography and Islamic Civilization.
• There are many shopping centers and service facilities. The site hosts entertainment events, too.
Quba Square Facilities:
Quba Square hosts a variety of events, activities, and daily entertainment programs. More than 50 diverse stores, restaurants, and cafes provide hospitality services and unique experiences to visitors.
Visiting Hours:
Various services are available at Quba Square. It is also designed to ensure having a great time throughout the day.