Friend, have you ever seen the splendour of Zam Zam Tower? Don’t worry if your best friend hasn’t seen it. But if you have seen it, how beautiful is Zam Zam Tower? Muslims must be proud because they see Zam Zam Tower, which has hotels, malls, museums, and other facilities. It turns out that there are other interesting facts, too, do you know? Are you already curious about interesting facts about the tower? Come on, see the following interesting facts.
Collection of Interesting Facts About Zam Zam Tower
Not just an ordinary building, Zam-Zam Tower has its uniqueness. Moreover, it exists in Mecca, which became the initial centre of Islamic civilization. The location is in the Abraj al-Bait Complex, in front of the Grand Mosque. This tower has become a separate tourist destination for people who come to Mecca. Here, we convey some interesting facts about Zam Zam Tower. Who knows, friends want to visit there too!
1. Zam Zam Tower is one of the symbols of Mecca
Makkah Royal Clock Tower, usually called Zam Zam Tower, is a characteristic of the city of Mecca. Do you know that this tower is the tallest clock tower in the world, beating The Big Ben clock tower? The tower’s height is also 57 meters, with two million LED lights decorating it. So Muslims need to be proud of the existence of Makkah Royal Clock Tower. If you want to vacation in England to see The Big Ben clock tower, visiting Mecca and seeing the beauty of Makkah Royal Clock Tower is better.
2. One of the Tallest Towers in the World
Abraj Al Bait Tower is located across the street from the Grand Mosque, which has seven towers, one of which is Makkah Royal Clock Tower, usually called Zam Zam Tower. The Abraj Al Bait Tower is one of the tallest buildings in the world after Burj Dubai in Dubai. So surprising, isn’t it? Its splendour can bewitch the eyes of anyone looking at Zam Zam Tower.
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3. There is a 5-Star Hotels in Zam Zam Tower
Who needs to learn about the luxury 5-star Pullman hotel? Pullman ZamZam Makkah Hotel is a hotel located in Zam Zam Tower. The hotel has 1315 luxurious rooms and top-notch facilities. Umrah or Hajj pilgrims staying at Pullman hotels can see the view of Kakbah from their rooms. So beautiful, isn’t it? While performing Umrah or Hajj, you can see the beautiful view of Kakbah from your room. MasyaAllah.
4. As a Paradise for People Shopping
The splendour of Zam Zam Tower is much more complete because there is a shopping centre for pilgrims who want to buy souvenirs or souvenirs. There are many types of souvenirs, such as clothes, clocks, and other types. Even jewellery stores exist. So, Zam Zam Tower is a paradise for pilgrims who want to shop.
5. Zam Zam Tower The Waqf of the Arab King
Did you know, friend? Zam Zam tower is the result of the waqf of the Arab king, King Abdul Aziz. Various hotels, shopping centres, and other facilities produce abundant wealth and profits. Some profits are used for operations in the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque. Subhanallah, in addition to making the world amazed by the existence of the Zam Zam Tower, it turns out that the tower also benefits the people from the results of waqf. In Islam, this term is called money endowments or productive endowments.
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Benefits of Waqf for Ummah & Eternal Rewards
“You never arrive at the (perfect) service until you have spent some of the property you love. And whatever you spend, Allah knows it.” Ali Imran:92)
Friends, seeing the results of waqf that benefit the ummah as exemplified by King Abdul Aziz, we should be able to take wisdom. The benefit of establishing the Zam Zam Tower is to provide facilities that make it easier for worshippers to worship very close to the Grand Mosque, and the money from the profits of the tower is used for the people and the Grand Mosque.
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