Tabuk Province
Historical Site

The Ancient City of Madyan - Tabuk Province

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Madyan, تبوك، Al Bad' Saudi Arabia
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Description

Madyan is an archeological site located in the northwestern Arabian Peninsula, in the region of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. The place consists of houses that have been cut from huge rocks and can be dated back to 2000 BC. It is one of the few sites that are famous for the Prophets that were sent there. This particular place signifies the name of Prophet Shoaib Peace Be Upon Him. 

Islamic History

Madyan is a place that has been mentioned in both the Quran and Torah multiple times. According to Muslim belief, this is the place where Prophet Shoaib was sent. The tribes that used to live here were also called ‘dwellers of the woods.’ They would commit robbery and were unfair in their business dealings. Prophet Shoaib brought the message of Allah and hoped to guide the people. However, they continued on with their ways and were ultimately destroyed by an earthquake. These empty houses and caves have been abandoned ever since. 

Tourism 

Car parking is available near the site, along with a museum with bathroom facilities. A signboard can be seen giving the necessary information regarding the place. The site can be easily accessed through a paved road. This abandoned city captures the ancient history that even predates the Islam of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), and if you’re a history buff, you should definitely pay it a visit. 

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Historical Site
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Location

Madyan, تبوك، Al Bad' Saudi Arabia

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Sylvia Kriel

Sylvia Kriel

12/21/2023 17:21

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One could understand why the area had been occupied through the ages. Creating living areas out of the sand, with an amazing view of the valley. This must have been the ideal place
Raees Unnisa

Raees Unnisa

11/18/2023 06:56

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Archaeological, historical, and sacred site. This location holds great historical and Islamic significance. Known by another name, Mugha'ir Shu'ayb, it is situated in the Al-Bad town, the ancient city of Madyan. Despite having some of the most exquisite massive tombs reminiscent of the old Nabatean kingdom's architecture, it is still mostly unknown.
Haseeb Ahmad

Haseeb Ahmad

10/13/2023 20:44

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I am lucky to visit this historical place. Really amazed to see the ancient way of living. The team at site doing great to secure and preserve this ancient city.
sadiqiiistore

sadiqiiistore

08/04/2023 14:16

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it's amazing places in saudi,you can see only these housesin this place .it's 100 %aan historical place of tribes. As per my openion it's an amazing place?
Naeem Adam Khan

Naeem Adam Khan

07/07/2023 13:26

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The holy Qur'an states that Shuaib alaihe Salam  was appointed by God to be a prophet to the people of Midian. The people of this land were said to be especially notorious for cheating others through dishonesty and for idolatry. Madyan is an archeological site located in the northwestern Arabian Peninsula, in the region of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.
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