Al-Fath Mosque in Al-Jumum Governorate in Makkah Al-Mukarramah is one of the most prominent historical mosques included in Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s project to develop historical mosques in its second phase.
It is likely that the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, prayed in this mosque during the year of the conquest, which gives it great religious and historical importance.
The development works came to expand the mosque and increase its capacity while preserving its unique architectural style.
Architectural development of Al-Fath Mosque in Al-Jumum
The development works included increasing the area of the mosque from 455.77 square meters to 553.50 square meters, and increasing its capacity from 218 worshipers to 333 worshipers.
Natural building materials such as brick, basalt stone, gypsum and wood were used, while preserving the architectural style of the western region.
The design also featured the presence of mashrabiyas and mashrabiyas, which are traditional architectural elements that reflect the cultural identity of the region.
Historical and Cultural Significance
Al-Fath Mosque is an architectural masterpiece that reflects the culture of elaborate construction in the Western Region. The mosque was first renovated in 1398 AH (1977 and 1978 AD), and then restored in 1419 AH (1998 and 199 AD).
The current development comes within a project that aims to achieve a balance between ancient and modern standards, while ensuring the sustainability of architectural components.
The project also reflects the Kingdom’s cultural dimension, and highlights the efforts made to preserve the Islamic architectural heritage.
Objectives of the Historic Mosques Development Project
The project targets four main objectives:
Rehabilitating historical mosques for worship and prayer.
Restoring the architectural authenticity of historical mosques.
Highlighting the Kingdom’s cultural dimension.
Enhancing the religious and cultural status of historical mosques.
Phase II of the project
The second phase of the project includes the development of 30 historical mosques distributed across all 13 regions of the Kingdom, including 6 mosques in Riyadh, 5 mosques in Makkah, 4 mosques in Madinah, 3 mosques in Asir, 2 mosques in the Eastern Province, 2 mosques in Al-Jawf and Jazan, and one mosque in each of the Northern Borders, Tabuk, Al-Baha, Najran, Hail, and Al-Qassim.
Conclusion
Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s project to develop historical mosques is an important step towards preserving Islamic heritage and enhancing the cultural identity of the Kingdom.
Al-Fath Mosque in Al-Jumum is one of the distinctive models of this project, as it combines historical authenticity with architectural modernity, making it a symbol of religious and cultural heritage in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Al-Fath Mosque in Al-Jumum, part of Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s project to develop historical mosques, is believed to be where the Prophet ﷺ prayed during the Conquest. The renovation expanded its capacity to 333 worshippers while preserving its traditional architecture using natural materials. The project aims to safeguard Islamic heritage and enhance the Kingdom’s cultural identity.
