When you visit Medina, Saudi Arabia, make sure to seek out the Mosque of Al Suqya, a small Sunni Islam mosque situated right inside the current Anbariya train station. Named after the historic well of Suqya once owned by Sa`d ibn Abi Waqqas to the south, this meaningful site offers you a unique look into early Islamic history. You can stand at the very location where the Islamic Prophet Muhammad set out for the famous Battle of Badr and where the Quranic verse 8:7 was descended.
Historical Hadith accounts record that the Prophet performed ablution with water from the nearby Suqya well and drank from it before heading into battle. Additionally, Caliph Umar once led the Istiqlaa prayer for rain at this exact spot at the request of Abbas bin Abdul Muttalib. As you explore the site, you will observe its distinct Umayyad architectural elements, featuring a layout that spans 56 meters wide topped by three beautiful domes.
The structure was carefully restored during the rule of King Fahd bin Abdul Aziz. You should stop by to appreciate this small yet remarkably significant piece of religious heritage tucked inside a modern transit environment.
What to see at Mosque of Al-Saqiya
- Located directly inside Medina's Anbariya train station
- Built on the site where Prophet Muhammad departed for the Battle of Badr
- Associated with the descent of Quranic verse 8:7
- Features traditional Umayyad architectural elements with three domes
- Restored during the rule of King Fahd bin Abdul Aziz
Visiting tips
Look inside the current Anbariya train station in Medina to locate this historic three-domed mosque.
How long: 30-45 minutes · Best time: Morning
How to get there & what’s nearby
Mosque of Al-Saqiya is easy to reach on Medina’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Quba Mosque and Masjid al-Qiblatain. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Medina travel guide.
See the full Medina travel guide for where to stay, the best time to visit and the top things to do.