Masjid Aisha (Tan'im)

Tan'im lies outside the sacred boundary near Makkah and is named in classical sources as the place where Aisha entered ihram for an Umrah. Reports say that during the Farewell Hajj (10 AH) the Prophet ﷺ sent her with her brother Abd al-Rahman to Tan'im to perform Umrah from there (Sahih al-Bukhari 1556; Sahih Muslim 1211). Starting an Umrah from Tan'im became a widespread practice later on. The mosque was built in connection with this tradition and the present building has been renewed several times.

The mosque is about 7 km from the Masjid al-Haram and can be reached by taxi or shuttle. Opening hours and rules may change; check current information first. Many pilgrims choose Tan'im to start their Umrah with ihram from there. This is a personal choice rather than an obligation.

Those who wish to begin Umrah from Tan'im should keep order and avoid causing crowds. Scholars have differing views on whether this practice is preferred; decide according to your own school of law. Be considerate in the mosque and watch for traffic in the area.