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Dec
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68°F 20°C
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64°F 17°C
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 5 attractions in Mecca
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Traveller Description: In the Muslim religion, Muhammad received his first revelation from God on this mountain.
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Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest
Address: Mecca
Saudi Arabia

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“climbed it”
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4 of 5 stars
hassanScott
Malaysia
12 Jun 2009

its a 2 hour climb round trip to get to the cave at the top. Not a bad climb if you are in shape, but a bit hot when we went. 20 riyals each way for the taxi. more

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