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Mosque of Prophet Mohammed - 2 piastre

Issued in the 1960s as part of Saudi Arabia's definitive series depicting important religious and national landmarks, this stamp commemorates the Prophet's Mosque (Al-Masjid an-Nabawi) in Medina, one of the holiest sites in Islam. Originally established by the Prophet Muhammad in the seventh century, the mosque became a major center of worship, learning, and Islamic civilization. It is also the location of the Prophet's tomb and has long been a destination for millions of Muslim pilgrims visiting Medina before or after performing Hajj and Umrah. By featuring the Prophet's Mosque, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia highlighted its profound religious significance and its central place in the Islamic world. The issue celebrated one of Islam's most revered landmarks and emphasized the Kingdom's role in caring for and preserving the holy sites, while recognizing the mosque as a symbol of faith, spirituality, and the enduring heritage of Islamic civilization.