Saudi Arabia’s pavilion at the Jusoor Exhibition in Jakarta, Indonesia, has captured the attention of several visitors by displaying the historic mosques in Makkah and Madinah, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
The pavilion showed a fine selection of illustrated panels and documented information on the mosques that played a pivotal role in the Islamic history, as follows:
- Quba Mosque: The first mosque established in Islam
- Al-Qiblatain Mosque: Allah sent the command to change the qibla (direction of prayer) to Prophet Muhammad in this mosque.
- Al-Jum’ah Mosque: It marked the first Friday prayer of the Prophet.
- Other historically significant mosques such as the Mosque of Miqat (Dhu al-Hulayfah)
With a visually engaging and informative manner, the exhibition showcased rare photographs and detailed architectural renderings that highlighted the spiritual significance of these sacred sites.
Therefore, the event offered visitors a vital platform to deeply understand the profound architectural value of these mosques and the close connection between Muslims and the legacy of their Prophet.
Organized by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs in Jakarta, the exhibition aims to enhance Islamic values and highlights the Kingdom’s leading role in preserving and documenting historic mosques.
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