The document is a travel brochure for Al Aqsa, highlighting its religious significance, including the prophet Muhammad's night journey and the historical features of the site. It provides practical travel information for visitors, such as airport procedures, hotel details, prayer times, and sites of interest around Jerusalem. Additionally, it includes FAQs about charity, accommodation amenities, and local attractions.

1. AL AQSA ​TOUR
Travel Brochure

2. “
Exalted is He who
took His Servant by
night from al-Masjid
al-Haram to al-Masjid
al- Aqsa, whose
surroundings we have
blessed, to show him
of our signs.
Indeed, He is the All
Hearing, the All
Seeing.
Surah Al Isra 17
Ayah 1
”

3. Al Aqsa spans 35 acres of land in Jerusalem
LAND OF THE PROPHETS
Allah (SWT) preserved and sanctified the blessed land of Al Aqsa in the opening verses of
Surah Al Isra. It is this select location, where our beloved Prophet Muhammad (peace and
blessings be upon him) journeyed at night
in a miraculous manner from the city of
Mecca, while the call to Islam was still in
its earliest stages. Here, he led all of the
prophets of Allah that came before him in
prayer and then ascended to heaven to
receive Allah's command to the Muslims
to pray five times a day.

4. AT THE AIRPORT
There are security checks and processes when
arriving to Jerusalem which can take time and
sometimes concern travellers.
Passports may be taken by staff and you may
be interviewed. Questions will be related to
the purpose of your visit and your personal
details (family member names). This is quite
normal you should expect a 4-6 hour delay at
the airport while checks are undertaken.
Stay calm and keep some reading material and
snacks with you for this period.
AT THE HOTEL
Our hotel is a short walk from Masjid Al Aqsa
and is situated in the Muslim quarter in
Jerusalem’s Old City.
There are a number of connected paths to
the Masjid and it is easy to stray into other
areas so it’s important to collect a map from
the hotel and stay with the group until you
are familiar with the route.
Breakfast and dinner are included as part of
your tour.
PRAYER
TIMES
Fajr Dhohar Asr Maghrib Isha
04.00 13.00 17.30 19.45 21.30

6. Masjid Qibli​ ​The first point of
direction (qibla) for the Muslims
was Al Aqsa. When Umar(RA) was
handed the keys of Jerusalem, he
identified the site of this Masjid.
Abu Darda (ra) relates that the
Prophet (saw) said, "A prayer in
Makkah (Ka'bah) is worth 100,000
times (reward), a prayer in my
Masjid (Madinah) is worth 1,000
times and a prayer in Al-Aqsa
Sanctuary is worth 500 times
more reward than anywhere
else". (Tabarani)
Qubbat Al-Sakhra​ ​Built by the
Umayyad Khalif `Abd al-Malik, the
Dome covers the rock assumed to
be the point of ascension (Mi’raj)
of the Prophet(SAW) to the
heavens.
This is at the peak of the
mountain and is one of the only
buildings to remain in its original
form. The octagonal structure
shows great design skill and has
been maintained and developed
through the generations.
Masjid al Buraq
Believed to be the place
where the Prophet(SAW)
tied the Buraq (winged
riding animal) prior to Mi’raj.
Sulaiman’s (AS) throne
Believed to be where the
Prophet Sulaiman (AS)
passed away while leaning
on his staff.
Mihrab of Maryam
Reported to be the location
where Maryam stayed in the
Masjid worshipping and
staying.

7. Musalla Marwani
This is an underground
praying area on the
south-east side of al-Aqsa
which has been restored.
Mount of Olives
Scholars state that the olive
mentioned in Surah At-Teen
alludes to Masjid al-Aqsa, to
which Isa (AS) will return.
Residence of Imam
Ghazali
A platform where the
famous scholar Imam
al-Ghazali(rh) wrote his
major work Ihya’ Ulum
al-Din.
Jericho ​One of the oldest inhabited cities in the world located near the Jordan River
Masjid Khalil - Hebron
Resting place of Ibrahim,
Ishaq, Yaqub and Yusuf (AS)
Maqaam Nabi Musa
Located 11km south of
Jericho
Maqam Nabi Yunus
Built by the Ayyubids on the
West Banks highest peak

8. The Dead Sea ​Prophet Lut (AS) called his people to Islam, but their disobedience led to
their city being destroyed and this site remains as a symbol of destruction.

9. Common FAQ
Where should I give charity to support the Masjid or poor people?
The Jordanian government maintains the Masjid and they have official offices on the Al
Aqsa site where you can make donations for repair of the Masjid. No other agencies or
outlets are recommended.
What should I take along with me for the journey?
Towels and an iron are provided by the hotel. We would recommend you travel lightly and
remember to include your mobile phone charger, a 2 pin travel adaptor, medicine, snacks
and clothes. You are permitted to take photos at many of the sites we will be visiting and
may want to bring along a camera.
Where can I exchange money?
There is an exchange very close to the hotel where you can exchange money.
Are there any museums or historical facilities near the Masjid?
Yes, there is a large library below Masjid Al Aqsa and also a Museum on the site which has
preserved some of the oldest parts of the Masjid following earthquake damage.
Are there any recommended food and shopping retail stores?
Yes, there are a number of shops and markets near the hotel which the tour guides and
hotel staff can direct you to.
Is there a wireless internet connection at the hotel?
Yes, there is a good signal available from the hotel and adjoining internet cafes.
Did any Sahaba live in Al Aqsa?
Yes, there are graves of a number of Sahaba near the Masjid. These include the graves of
Hadhrat Salman al Farsi (RA), Hadhrat Ubadah bin As-Samit (RA) and Shadaad bin Aus (RA).
Who is our main point of contact throughout the tour?
The Tour Supervisor will be available on ​+0044 7852 238463​ and will be in the hotel foyer
8am - 9am daily.
TOP TIPS
1) Travel light
2) Read as much as you can about the history & significance of this area
3) Watch videos about the history of Masjid Aqsa before travelling

10. Contact
www.ayymangroup.co.uk
07852238463
info@ayymangroup.co.uk
Masjid Aqsa Tours