Madain Saleh - City of Perished Nation Thamud Photo Gallery by Adnan Masood at pbase.com

Madain Saleh - City of Perished Nation Thamud

Madain Salih (City of Prophet Salih (PBUH)), situated almost 750 KM north from Jeddah, 300KM from Medina. The City is mentioned as Al-Hijr in Quran with several other perished nation's cities. Below information is for visitors looking for some more details about this place:

During time of prophet Salih, Thamud was a famous tribe, who were named after their forefather Thamud, the brother of Jadis. Both are the sons of Athir bin Iram bin Shem bin Noah. They were Arabs, lived between Hijaz & Tabuk. They lived after the people of 'Ad and worship idols as 'Ad did. The prophet Mohammed PBUH passed this place, when he went to Tabuk.

Allah sent among them a man from among themselves as His messenger. He was Salih bin Ubaid bin Maseh bin Ubaid bin Thamud bin Athir bin Iram bin Noah. He called them to worship one God and not to associate any partner with God and to shun all their idols and their false worship. Majority of people rejected him. They tried to discredit him and slander him, and they even tried to kill prophet Saleh. They killed she-camel which Allah sent to them as evidence to the truth of Saleh's mission. Allah Punished them severely and destroyed them.

Quran references:
Al-A'raf - 7:73-79, Hud 11:61-68, Al-Hijr 15:80-84, Al-Isra 17:59, Ash-Shu'ara 26:141-159, An-naml - 27:45-53, Fussilat 41:17-18, Al-Qamar 54:23-32, As-Shams 91:11-15, Ibrahim 14:8-9.

(Source: Stories of the prophet - Imam Imaduddin Abul-Fida Ismail ibn khatir Ad-Dimashqi 700-774H, Translated in english - Rashad Ahmad Azami)

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Guest		16-May-2013 18:48
Very Very Wonderful and Amazing...

Adnan Masood		18-Apr-2013 07:55
For Jaafar: Anyone can visit this historical place, you just need to get permission. Now, permission can be obtained from Al-Ula museum instantly.

jaafar		16-Apr-2013 08:55
I think it would be great if the saudi govt allows muslims to visit this places to reflect upon what will happen to us if we disobey Allah

Z hizbullah		30-Mar-2013 16:28
The same fate that fell on these people can happen today too.Mighty people who harass muslims will come to the same end.

masood shah khan		15-Feb-2013 00:49
after the saw those picture only one thing i think that REALLY ALLAH IS GREAT.

masood shah khan		15-Feb-2013 00:40
I see this picture and i thouth really ALLAH is GREAT.ASS a humenbieng we never thouth how ALLAH is GREAT beacous our thinks are so small.

guest		08-Feb-2013 05:49
MUSLIMS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO VISIT THIS PLACE...READ QURAN:. As it is, though, access to the site is fairly difficult and many Muslims refuse to enter the area because it was narrated in Bukhari [2] that when the Prophet Muhammad passed by this area, he told his Companions, "Do not enter the dwelling places of those who wronged themselves, lest there befall you what befell them, unless you are weeping." There is also a section in the Qur'an (Al-Hijr 15:80) that explains the story of these houses

Perpetua Entila Hervias		28-Dec-2012 08:16
Worldly AWESOME,I worked near here..

shammi		13-Dec-2012 23:14
Our prophet (pbuh) has as forbidden us to go to such places n enter the houses that Allah was not happy with.

FAISAL		11-Dec-2012 14:04
my name is FAISAL IAM FROM DUBAI my age is almost 15yrs and i have got 1 project to do on this iam so glad that iam doing this project and i want to thank my sir for giving us this project,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, thanks

bill friedlander		29-Sep-2012 21:59
Wonderful gallery of the rock formations and sculptures. V

Naushad Iqbal		01-Sep-2012 11:34
That strong our EMAN, beleive on Allah and last prophet Muhammad (P.B.O.H), May Allah bless you to give such usueful information to us with pictures

rico		01-Aug-2012 06:52
great pictures,have plan also to visit this historical site..so from were we can obtain this permit to enter Madain Saleh??

Essa		29-Jul-2012 18:11
great photography !!!

Waseem		23-Jul-2012 11:05
Where are these places?

Usama		18-Jul-2012 23:34
SALAM I AM A PAKISTANI BOY OF 13 YEAR AND WANTED TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS PLACE AND RELATED STORIES.IF ANY ONE CAN HELP ME CONTACK ME THANK'S YOU. AND SOBHAN ALLAH MAY SOME DAY THIS WORLD BE A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE.

Nawaid Ahmed		01-Jul-2012 06:44
me and my friends like to visit this place in Eid Holidays,we are from Riyadh and heard from someone that we will be required pre approval/permission paper for entering this place. Could you please guide us the process how to obtain the permission from concern department ? Thanks

Amazing Human History		22-Jun-2012 20:54
Amazing but why were the heads of the statues destroyed? it denies information valuable to meteorological science to be written down in archives, all will be written down is what is seen only, so what do we know now about the heads ? is it a lion head on a birds body ? is it a human head that symbolizes something or someone ? who knows now what was the head and what it symbolized now , maybe its some extinct animal but how that extinct animal looked like back then "which could also help in tracing time where such a statue was popular if such a statue was found in other cultures around this civilization's time or give us the type of environment or echo system that lived back then, which existed for such type of animal to live in , destroying any part of a relic is vanishing any evidence of factual history and information needed for making interpretation of what is evidently seen , if the head for example was human on a birds body , it could give an idea that these people were modern in genetics , now we will never know what kind of head was put on that eagle like body. in other old civilizations there has also been relics with human heads on an animals body i wonder if there was some link to such a culture but wondering is now useless cause without evidence there is no point in assuming anything, we will never know if the head was human or animal , there is no way to know since the head is destroyed, what a shame, completely heart burning to see the heads of those statues destroyed, it burns my heart every time i see the picture of statues in perfect shape except for the head that is also supposed to be engraved in the mountain, a perfect reserve for a relic, what a shame , if you are the type who understands the value of human history, you will understand , even one little thing could unlock a big mystery, what opens a large door is only a small key.

Guest		11-Jun-2012 18:26
These people were shits, huge about 60 ft long. Allah nay aukat yaad dilawee.

bashir magaji		27-Apr-2012 17:32
subhanAllah, those people lived proud and ridiculous, may HIM save us.

Mom		06-Apr-2012 16:29
Dan more spectacular photos am looking for more great ones from Ireland!Love and kudos!

Husaina		02-Apr-2012 12:51
It just a woundeful place. It has really big houses.It is amazing

Heidi		23-Mar-2012 01:31
i really like the arcitecture, can i come visit

kamaroon		13-Mar-2012 02:02
Can i use your pictures to illustrate a children s book

Guest		13-Feb-2012 21:32
subhan allah...beautiful pics...

Adnan Masood		25-Dec-2011 05:37
Reply to comment from visitor: Those who were tall, were A'ad people, this place is known as Thamud people.

guest		25-Dec-2011 00:17
it is said that these people very tall then how comes the homes look so small??

Faisal		24-Nov-2011 05:30
Really nice pictures. Do you need a permit to visit the site? Anyone please let me know. Also, is that a long drawn process or a quick in & out thing to get your permit?

Guest		26-Oct-2011 21:36
{أَوَ لَمْ يَسِيرُوا فِي الْأَرْضِ فَيَنظُرُوا كَيْفَ كَانَ عَاقِبَةُ الَّذِينَ كَانُوا مِن قَبْلِهِمْ كَانُوا هُمْ أَشَدَّ مِنْهُمْ قُوَّةً وَآثَارًا فِي الْأَرْضِ فَأَخَذَهُمُ اللَّهُ بِذُنُوبِهِمْ وَمَا كَانَ لَهُم مِّنَ اللَّهِ مِن وَاقٍ} Qur'an, Surah Ghaafir (40), Aayah 21. "Do they not travel through the earth and see what was the end of those before them? They were even superior to them in strength, and in the traces (they have left) in the land: but Allah did seize them for their sins, and none had they to defend them against Allah."

Guest		26-Oct-2011 21:23
Assalaam 3alaykoum wa rahmatou Allaah wa barakaatuh Jazaak Allah khayran for the nice picture of remainings of the Thamud's dwellings. I just have a remark on the date you mentionned for the era during this nation had lived. It can definitly not be during the 7th century BC. There are many evidence that tells that Moussa (عليه السلام) lived between 1500 and 1200 BC and Shu3ayb (عليه السلام) at the same time of shortly before. And in Surah Houd in the Qur'an, Allah states that Shu3ayb warned his people of a similar annihilation as the nations of Nuh (عليه السلام), or Houd (عليه السلام) or Salih (عليه السلام) or Loth (عليه السلام): {وَيَا قَوْمِ لاَ يَجْرِمَنَّكُمْ شِقَاقِي أَن يُصِيبَكُم مِّثْلُ مَا أَصَابَ قَوْمَ نُوحٍ أَوْ قَوْمَ هُودٍ أَوْ قَوْمَ صَالِحٍ وَمَا قَوْمُ لُوطٍ مِّنكُم بِبَعِيدٍ} (Qur'an, Sourate Hud, 11:89) So it is a clear proof that the Thamud is a nation that lived before the people of Madyan to whom, prophet Shu3ayb (عليه السلام) was sent. In conclusion a more accurate period for Thamud is between 3000BC and 2000BC. And Allah knows best.

HAMMAD NANA		30-Aug-2011 15:27
WHEN THE PROPHET SAW PASS THROUGH THIS PLACE HE COVER FACE NOT LOOK AT THE PLACE AND HE WILL COMMAND HIS ENTOURAGE TO MOVE FAST BECAUSE OF THE WAY THI PEOPLE WERE DESTROYED. WATCH THE PICTURES ON YOUR SITE BUT I DID NOT RECOMMEND MUSLIMS VISITING THIS PLACE.

shahzad		25-May-2011 13:05
I want to visit Madain Saleh too. I'm in Riyadh. need a permission to visit Madain Sale

kp mohammed vmk		02-Apr-2011 16:07
verygood picturs.thank you

Jayantha Samarasekara		29-Jan-2011 21:54
Thanks for sharing the nice photograps of madain Saleh.I was been there with my wife and kids.It is really historical place.Need proper arrangement to obtain permission. Jayantha Samarasekara

Mosa		19-Nov-2010 01:12
Adnan, Thanks for the great pictures. i see some comments asking about how to go there or if permits are needed. Yes it is needed , tour operators companies can arrange it as well as your whole trip. google Jawlah Tours , i guess the have good deals

Sheik K Mohideen		18-Nov-2010 13:11
Excellent photographs and my visit to Madain Saleh , is the most memorable. Sheik K Mohideen.

Guest		08-Nov-2010 22:46
MrAdnan.thank you.veri good posting. K P MOHAMMED VELIMUKKU MPM

KV SAMEER		06-Sep-2010 18:32
Very good Pictures. I have visited this place on Sept. 2010

zahraa		30-Aug-2010 04:01
Thanks Adnan for such wonderful and beautiful photo and those are the most popular photos on the internet but ofcourse the quality of yours are the best ...but I am wondering do not you have any information or photos to thamud city where every thing started because I can not find any thing about it "it is said the prophet had prevented his companion and friend from entering the houses of thamud and to drink from their well"

Asif Khan		04-Jul-2010 00:53
Nice pics really. I want to visit Madain Saleh too. I'm in Riyadh and have visit visa. How can I get permit to visit Madain Saleh. Can someone tell me the hotel and furnished apartment rents for one night at Al Ula. Any suggestions? Kindly reply here or mail at asif987@yahoo.com

Mangles Photography		29-Apr-2010 10:56
What a fantastic Gallery!!! Thank you for all the imformation,

Laufey		20-Apr-2010 18:28
Wow, what a magnificent place!! This is a must see!! Vote

Manu Varghese		26-Nov-2009 17:50
Adnan...... Great work... I don't know another word to give a compliment to you.... I accidently get into this site while googling. Great job done. expecting more details added to individual pictures.

Sadaqat Ali Syed		22-Oct-2009 20:22
Adnan, After being inspired by your photos, I made a trip to madain saleh, Please have a look at some of the photos that I took on the trip. http://www.pbase.com/syedsa/madain_saleh_al_ula

khalidnm		20-Sep-2009 22:07
Salam Adnan. I am right now in Madinah al munawwarah and plan to inshaAllah travel to Madain Saleh in a day or two. Please let me know if a permit is needed visit the sites. khalidnm@acs.com.sa or text me the info on +966504409915

Denise		30-Aug-2009 22:42
Words cannot describe this beauty. Thank you for showing us this part of the world that most of us can not afford to see in person. The pictures are great though I'm sure the pictures do not compare to what you feel when you are in the presence of this magnificent site.

Ahmed AL-Kindy		28-Aug-2009 07:43
Thanks for sharing these photos Adnan and thanks for the nice short information about Madain Nabi Salel (PBUH). I just wanted to comment about the time of Nabi Saleh which you mentioned to be 7th Centary AD becasue it sounds a little bit confusing becasue this is the time our Prophet Mohammed time. Could it be 7th Centary BC.

Sadaqat Ali Syed		22-Aug-2009 23:13
Adnan, I must admit that I am getting lots of help about traveling in saudi arabia through your photos. Brilliant photography as ever. Inshallah I am planning a visit to Maindan saleh in october this year. I love your photos and your travel adventure. Infact since I moved to Saudi Arabia you pages are frequently visited by my family. If you dont mind, I am going to introduce your pages to a large photographic community that I know of in Pakistan. regards,

Javed Iqba		09-Jun-2009 05:18
Thanks for creating such a very impressive gallary of very intresting place.

Aivar Mikko		25-Apr-2009 09:25
Seems to be very interesting place. Nice gallery too. V.

Muhammad Yasser		15-Dec-2008 12:05
Very interesting gallery.... very informative'''' Gr8 Job...

Archiaston Musamma Family		02-Dec-2008 10:10
Assalamu'alaikum Wr Wb Dear Adnan Thanks for sharing good pictures. I plan to visit this place next Umra visit. Do i need a paperwork to get permission to visit Madain Saleh area in addition to normal Umra Visa? Thanks you.

Ghulam Mustafa		15-Nov-2008 11:43
Brother Adnan Assalam-O-Alikum God bless you ! Have great pleasure to see your this great effort.Very impressive and great job that refershing our EEMAN. Rgds Mustafa

Guest		15-Nov-2008 11:43
Brother Adnan Assalam-O-Alikum God bless you ! Have great pleasure to see your this great effort.Very impressive and great job that refershing our EEMAN. Rgds Mustafa

Guest		05-Oct-2008 09:38
I visited Madain Saleh on 2nd Oct 2008. I took few pictures to share with my friends. Your gallery pictures looks better than mine. decided to share your pictures with my friends. Thanks. Mubarak

Fernando Conde		14-Sep-2008 13:41
Great Gallery. Congratulations! (V)

Marcos Garc�a		13-Sep-2008 11:39
Very impressive gallery.V

olivier bruning		13-Sep-2008 09:27
impressive and exciting place, thanks for sharing! v

gfakes		11-Sep-2008 19:32
Fascinating place. V

Barbara Read and Fred Schaad		11-Sep-2008 14:17
An extraordinary place. Your photos are wonderful and your description fascinating. It is finding gems like this that inspire me to learn more about your people and their history. V

Simon Chandler		11-Sep-2008 01:46
Fantastic gallery of magnificent images that bring presence to the viewers. v

Mostafa Moftah		09-Sep-2008 23:15
Great coverage Adnan.. Big Vote

Ali Majdfar		09-Sep-2008 17:08
Spectacular gallery, thanks for sharing. GMV

IMRAN HAFEEZ		01-Sep-2008 19:44
very interesting gallery

Sadaqat Ali Syed		14-Aug-2008 05:19
Brilliant gallery Adnan. Very nice gallery Voted. Inshallah I will be visiting Jordan around october 2008. thanks for sharing wonderful photos.

kakengku		25-Jul-2008 04:31
I've just received email from a friend about this so i google and found this very amazing pictures. Can wait to got there and witness it by my own eyes.Hope one day ALLAH grand me the wish..AMINNN!!!...

fahad		16-Jun-2008 06:32
this in saudi arabia i am shour

WaKaZ RaJa		27-Apr-2008 19:27
Really great pics... i visited this place when i was a child... but these pics brought back my childhood memories..... hats off to u .... great job...

Ahmed Koya		26-Feb-2008 16:47
Thanks a lot for sharing your beautiful pictures and postings. Actually we are planning a Trip to Madain Saleh ( from JED ). These photos gave us a good idea about the place and no eager to be there soon. Photos are really great!

Marcio Cabral		17-Jan-2008 17:08
very nice gallery!v

Asif		04-Nov-2007 06:13
Professional shots... Pictures tell the whole story. Well Done!

Guest		27-Oct-2007 18:48
I read about it in Qu’ran and heard the stories in lectures and wanted to see it so I googled it, thanks for showing the pictures – just wonderful, hope to see it with my own eyes inshaAllah. The Thamud were rich and proud people who denied the poor their just rights by not sharing the gifts of Allah with everyone equally and, therefore, they were destroyed. Neither nations nor individuals, however mighty and prosperous or firmly established they may be, can survive if they disobey the laws of Allah.

AgnieszkaW		18-Oct-2007 20:26
Unusual sceneries. I have some day to see this on own eyes. Big vote:)

Ali Majdfar		12-Oct-2007 12:50
Spectacular collection, excellent shots. GMV

Andrys Basten		12-Oct-2007 10:25
Fascinating gallery. I had never heard of this place. Thanks for showing it.

ahmed salah		07-Oct-2007 08:16
Thanks for showing this beautiful gallery of Madain saleh i hope to see more pictures......

Feras		07-Oct-2007 07:44
Grate ones hope to see more !!!!!!!!!

Guest		07-Oct-2007 07:19
The information and the pics are wonderful,,,,,,,,we will learned from the history,,,,, Wonderful job khalid khan

Razi		07-Oct-2007 06:21
Standing Alone Fotograph Looks very Natural

Brian with an Eye		05-Oct-2007 21:45
Thanks for showing this beautiful and fascinating gallery. I am continually amazed at the things I learn through Pbase! ~V~

Amin		04-Oct-2007 09:17
Wonderful Pics really !!!!

Guest		26-Sep-2007 11:15
Sobhan Allah.

Guest		13-Aug-2007 19:39
Thanks for sharing your beautiful pictures of Madain Saleh.

Feras		29-Jul-2007 07:58
Madain Saleh looks Wonderful because it is really will framed in the pics and exposing all details. . .

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