Meeqat Locations Guide
Points of Entry for Ihram
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The 5 Designated Miqats
Dhul Hulaifah (Abyar Ali)
For: Pilgrims from Madinah
Distance: 450 km from Makkah
The farthest Miqat from Makkah. It has a large mosque with extensive facilities for shower and Ihram.
Al-Juhfah (Rabigh)
For: Pilgrims from North/West (inc. Syria, Egypt)
Distance: 183 km from Makkah
near the city of Rabigh. Many pilgrims traveling by road from Jeddah highway pass near here.
Qarn al-Manazil (As-Sail Al-Kabir)
For: Pilgrims from Najd (Riyadh) & Taif
Distance: 75 km from Makkah
Located on the road from Taif. A major stop for those coming from Riyadh.
Yalamlam (Sa'diyah)
For: Pilgrims from South (Yemen)
Distance: 92 km from Makkah
Traditionally for Yemenis. Today serves many coming from the southern coast.
Dhat Irq
For: Pilgrims from Iraq/East
Distance: 94 km from Makkah
Located in the desert, less accessible by main highways today compared to others.
Important Rules
- You must enter Ihram (Niyyah and talbiyah) before or precisely at the Meeqat.
- If you cross the Meeqat without Ihram while intending Umrah, you must return to the Meeqat to assume Ihram, or pay a penalty (Dam).
- For those flying into Jeddah: The plane often crosses the Meeqat in the air. You should wear your Ihram garments before boarding or on the plane, and make Niyyah when the pilot announces the Meeqat zone.
Expert Answers
Direct facts followed by role-based insights
Can I shower at the Meeqat?
It's often crowded. If possible, shower at your hotel before departure and just make Niyyah at the Meeqat.
Which Meeqat do I use if I come from Riyadh?
It is about 75km from Makkah. Our taxi drivers know the exact stop.