Uhud Martyrs Square is one of the most famous landmarks that Muslims are keen to visit because it represents a historical memory associated with the events of the Battle of Uhud, which took place in the third year of the Prophet’s emigration.

Location:

Uhud Martyrs Square is five kilometers to the north of the Prophet's Mosque.

Landmarks:

• Sayed Al-Shuhada Mosque: A mosque built in Rajab 1438 AH.

• The Archers’ Hill: It is a small mountain— south of Mount Uhud— from the top of which you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Martyrs Square and its landmarks.

• Mount Uhud: One of the biggest mountains in Madinah, after which the Battle of Uhud was named.

• Martyrs Cemetery: Seventy companions who were martyred in that eternal battle were buried here.

Battle of Uhud:

Mount Uhud witnessed the unfolding of several events, including a battle between the Muslims and Quraysh infidels. The battle was named after the mountain. The Prophet, blessings and peace be upon him, tactically withdrew to this mountain to save the Muslim army when the tides of conflict shifted, and victory tilted in favor of the polytheists. The archers— whom the Prophet, blessings and peace be upon him, ordered to protect the backs of the Muslims— left their positions before the Prophet gave orders. The shattered pagan army took advantage of this incalculated mistake, and abruptly attacked the now vulnerable Muslim army from behind.

Seventy Muslims met martyrdom in this battle, foremost among them was Hamza bin Abdulmuttalib— the uncle of the Prophet, blessings and peace be upon him, Musa'b bin Umair— the bearer of the banner of the Muslims in that battle, the commander of the archers— Abdullah bin Jubair bin Nu'man, the martyr who was washed by the angels— Hanzala bin Abi Amer, and many other companions, may Allah be pleased with all of them.

The Prophet, blessings and peace be upon him, ordered them buried on the battlefield in their blood-perfumed clothes. Each two or three martyrs were buried in a single grave. Those who were more versed in memorization of the Holy Qur'an were buried first.

Graves of Our Brothers:

The Messenger of Allah, blessings and peace be upon him, used to regularly visit the martyrs of Uhud from time to time to greet them and pray for them. Some companions used to accompany him during such visits, and he used to say to them: "These are the graves of our brothers."

The Messenger of Allah, blessings and peace be upon him, continued to visit them, even during his last illness of which he died.

Official Saudi Care for Uhud Martyrs Square:

Uhud Martyrs Square and the surrounding sites witnessed many improvements and development works, the latest of which was the Development of Sayed Al-Shuhada Square and its Surroundings Project. The architectural style of many houses in Asl-Shuhada neighborhood was reconsidered and standardized. A standard architectural design inspired by the nature of the place and its ancient history was introduced.

The project also covered the construction of Sayed Al-Shuhada Mosque, which can accommodate 15,000 worshippers. It is considered one of the largest mosques in Madinah after the Prophet’s Mosque, and was built on an area of more than 54,000 square meters. It comprises various basic services and facilities, a parking lot for buses and cars, and a pedestrian walk. A space has also been allocated for vendors selling goods, gifts and food to visitors in an organized manner.