Masjid al-Jinn: The Mosque Where the Jinn Accepted Islam

Masjid al-Jinn is one of the lesser-visited but historically significant sites in Makkah, tied to the story of a group of jinn accepting Islam after hearing the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ recite the Qur’an. Located near Jannatul Mualla, it is a quiet, meaningful stop for pilgrims interested in the deeper stories behind Makkah’s history. This guide covers its history, the Quranic connection, and how to plan your visit.

Masjid al-Jinn: Quick Answer

Masjid al-Jinn, also known as Masjid al-Haras, is a mosque in the Ma’la area of Makkah, close to Jannatul Mualla. It marks the location where, according to Islamic tradition, a group of jinn heard the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ reciting the Qur’an and accepted Islam, an event referenced in the Qur’an itself in Surah Al-Jinn.

The mosque is smaller and quieter than the major Ziyarat sites in Makkah, making it a meaningful stop for pilgrims who want to explore the lesser-known but historically documented parts of the city.

The Story Behind Masjid al-Jinn

Islamic tradition holds that while the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was reciting the Qur’an, a group of jinn passing by stopped to listen and were moved to accept Islam. This event is referenced in the Qur’an in Surah Al-Jinn, where the jinn describe hearing “a wonderful Recitation” and choosing to believe. A related account also appears in connection with Surah Al-Ahqaf.

Masjid al-Jinn was built to mark the site associated with this event, giving it a distinct place in Makkah’s Islamic history, separate from the larger rituals of Umrah and Hajj.

Want the full account and its Quranic references explained in detail? See our dedicated History & Quranic Story of Masjid al-Jinn guide

Why It's Also Called Masjid al-Haras

Masjid al-Jinn is sometimes referred to by its older name, Masjid al-Haras, a name with its own historical background connected to the area.

Curious about the origin of this alternate name? See our Why Is It Called Masjid al-Haras? guide

Planning Your Visit

Pair it with Jannatul Mualla. The two sites are close together, so many pilgrims visit both in the same stop.
Expect a quieter experience. Masjid al-Jinn sees far fewer visitors than Masjid al-Haram, making it a calmer, more reflective stop.
Check current prayer timings and visiting hours before you go, since these can vary.
Keep visits respectful and unhurried, as with any place of worship.

For current prayer timings and entry rules, see our Visiting Rules & Prayer Timings guide. For directions and GPS coordinates, see our Location & Directions guide.

Masjid al-Jinn vs Masjid al-Haram

Pilgrims sometimes ask how a small, quiet site like Masjid al-Jinn compares to Masjid al-Haram. The two serve very different roles: Masjid al-Haram is the central site of worship and Tawaf for all pilgrims, while Masjid al-Jinn is a smaller, historically significant mosque tied to one specific event, better suited to pilgrims exploring Makkah’s deeper history beyond the main rituals. See our full Masjid al-Jinn vs Masjid al-Haram comparison for more detail.

Important Things to Know Before Visiting

This is a working mosque, so dress and behave as you would at any place of worship.
It's easy to combine with Jannatul Mualla, since both sites are close to each other in the Ma'la area.
Confirm current visiting hours and prayer timings before your visit, since these can change.
Expect a smaller, simpler site than Masjid al-Haram, since Masjid al-Jinn is not built at the same scale.

Religious & Historical Context

Religious significance

The event connected to Masjid al-Jinn, jinn accepting Islam after hearing the Qur’an recited, is referenced directly in the Qur’an in Surah Al-Jinn, giving the site a documented religious basis distinct from many other historical locations in Makkah.

Historical significance

The mosque itself, along with its alternate name Masjid al-Haras, reflects how the site has been recognized and referred to across different periods of Makkah’s history.

Visitor information

This guide focuses on practical visiting details. For deeper scholarly explanation of Surah Al-Jinn or related religious questions, pilgrims should refer to a qualified source.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Masjid al-Jinn?

Masjid al-Jinn is a mosque in Makkah’s Ma’la area, marking the site where Islamic tradition holds a group of jinn accepted Islam after hearing the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ recite the Qur’an.

Where is Masjid al-Jinn located?

It is located in the Ma’la area of Makkah, close to Jannatul Mualla.

What happened at Masjid al-Jinn?

According to Islamic tradition, a group of jinn passing by heard the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ reciting the Qur’an, were moved by it, and accepted Islam. This event is referenced in the Qur’an in Surah Al-Jinn.

Which Surah was revealed about Masjid al-Jinn?

Surah Al-Jinn references this event, describing the jinn’s response to hearing the Qur’an recited. A related account also connects to Surah Al-Ahqaf.

Why is it called Masjid al-Haras?

This is an older alternate name for the same mosque, with its own historical background.

Is Masjid al-Jinn open for prayer today?

Yes, it functions as an active mosque. Check our Visiting Rules & Prayer Timings guide for current details before you go.

Can tourists visit Masjid al-Jinn?

Pilgrims are welcome to visit respectfully, as they would any place of worship. Confirm current visiting guidance before your trip.

How far is Masjid al-Jinn from Jannatul Mualla?

The two sites are close to each other in the same Ma’la area, and many pilgrims visit both together in a single stop.

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