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What is the direction of Makkah Al-Mukarramah from Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah?
What is the direction of Makkah Al-Mukarramah from Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah?
- Southwestern (correct)
- Southeastern
- Northwestern
- Northeastern
What is the approximate distance between Makkah Al-Mukarramah and Jeddah?
What is the approximate distance between Makkah Al-Mukarramah and Jeddah?
- 72 kilometers (correct)
- 150 kilometers
- 50 kilometers
- 100 kilometers
What is the dominant type of rocks in Makkah Al-Mukarramah?
What is the dominant type of rocks in Makkah Al-Mukarramah?
- Sandstone
- Limestone
- Granite (correct)
- Basalt
What is the area of the central region surrounding the Masjid al-Haram?
What is the area of the central region surrounding the Masjid al-Haram?
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What is the elevation of Makkah Al-Mukarramah above sea level?
What is the elevation of Makkah Al-Mukarramah above sea level?
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What is the nearest international airport to Makkah Al-Mukarramah?
What is the nearest international airport to Makkah Al-Mukarramah?
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Study Notes
Mecca
- Mecca is the holiest city in Islam, housing the Masjid al-Haram and the Kaaba, the direction of prayer for Muslims.
Location
- Located in western Saudi Arabia, approximately 400 km southwest of Medina and 75 km east of Taif.
- 72 km inland from Jeddah and the Red Sea coast.
Geography
- Situated at the intersection of 25°21′N latitude and 49°39′E longitude.
- The city is built on a challenging geological formation, with most of its rocks being extremely hard granite.
City Features
- Mecca covers an area of approximately 850 km², with 88 km² inhabited by residents.
- The central area surrounding the Masjid al-Haram spans around 6 km².
- The city is 277 meters above sea level.
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