Medina: Abeer & Souq Tour

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Explore the historic wells of Al-Ghars, Al-Faqir, and Al-Hajim. Learn about their significance in Islamic history and visit the Souq Al Kamasha.

Highlights

Discover the historic Al-Ghars Well, favored by the Prophet (SAW)
Visit the Al-Faqir Well, linked to the Prophet (SAW) and Salman Al-Farsi
Explore the Al-Hajim Well and date farm, a landmark of Islamic history
Stroll through the Souq Al Kamasha, a market with over 430 years of history
Learn about the origins of Islamic history and the significance of these wells

Description

Begin your journey with a visit to Al-Ghars Well, a site favored by the Prophet (SAW) for its fresh water. Learn how the Prophet (SAW) drank from the well, made wudhu with its water, and requested that he be washed using its water after his demise. Next, visit the Al-Faqir Well, historically known as the Salman Al Farsi Well. Discover its historical connection to the Prophet (SAW) and his companion Salman Al-Farsi (RA). Hear how it was originally part of an orchard where Salman Al-Farsi used to work. Continue to Al-Hajim Well and Date Farm, a notable landmark for visitors keen to learn about the origins of Islamic history. Hear how it is believed to date back to before the advent of Islam and how the Prophet (SAW) also drank from Al-Hajim. Before returning to your hotel, stop at the cloth market (Souq Al Kamasha), one of the most important ancient and historical archaeological souqs. Learn how historians have stated that the history of the market stretches for more than 430 years.

Includes

Visit to Al-Ghars Well Visit to Al-Faqir Well Visit to Al-Hajim Well & date farm Visit to Souq Al Kamasha Transportation Audio guiding Licensed English guide Entrance fees