Etiquettes Of Madinah

it is too crowded, the prayer can be offered in any part of the mosque. After the prayer, go to the place where the Prophet is buried, along with his two special Companions, Abu Bakr and Umar. One should visit the graves and stand respectfully in front of the Prophet and say: “As-Saalamu ‘alayka ya Rasool Allah wa barakatuhu.” This means: “Peace be upon you, O Messenger of Allah, and His blessings.” It is narrated that the Prophet said: “Whoever sends salam upon me, God returns my soul to me so I can reply to his salam.” (Sunan Abi Dawud, Hadith No. 2041) After sending salam to the Prophet, one should also send salam to Abu Bakr and Umar and make dua for them. The pilgrim should try to offer all five daily prayers in Masjid Nabawi, make abundant remembrance (dhikr), supplications (duas), and offer optional prayers, making full use of this great opportunity to earn reward. It is also recommended for someone visiting Madinah to visit Masjid Quba and pray there. As mentioned in the Hadith of Abdullah ibn Umar, the Prophet used to visit Masjid Quba both on foot and on a mount, and he would pray two rak‘ahs there. Similarly, visiting the graves in Jannat al-Baqi‘, and the graves of the martyrs—including Hamza—is Sunnah.