Al-Rawdah al-Sharifah (The Noble Garden)

The Prophet ﷺ is reported to have said: "Between my house and my pulpit is a garden of the gardens of Paradise" (Sahih al-Bukhari 1195). Scholars cite this hadith to explain the special virtue of the place, although opinions differ about its exact boundaries. Over the centuries the area was marked off within the expanding mosque. Today it is distinguished by carpets, and visitors enter it only at scheduled times with a permit.

Visiting the Rawdah requires a free permit obtained through the Nusuk platform or official channels. Permits are limited and issued for specific time slots, so book in advance. The visit itself is short and the crowd varies. Separate time slots apply to men and women; check current information for the times and sections allocated to women. The permit is checked at the entrance. Waiting can be long at busy times.

Focus on worship, respect the order of the queue and give space to others. Avoid pushing, saving spots or praying aloud in a way that disturbs others. Face the qibla when praying; do not face the grave to pray. Some visitors touch carpets, pillars or walls seeking blessing. Many scholars consider this practice unfounded and advise against it.