Mecca, Saudi ArabiaBest Bookstores and Libraries in Mecca
Summary: Interested in finding the best bookstores and libraries in Mecca? Here is a great list to get you started exploring the world of books and more in Mecca.
Jarir Bookstore
Jarir Bookstore is a well-known retail chain in Saudi Arabia offering a wide selection of books in Arabic and English, as well as electronics, office supplies, and educational materials.
Website: www.jarir.com/sa-en/
Address: King Abdul Aziz Rd, Al Jamiah, Mecca 24246, Saudi Arabia
Obeikan Bookstore
Obeikan Bookstore is a prominent bookstore chain in Saudi Arabia, known for its extensive collection of books in various languages, educational resources, and cultural events.
Website: www.obeikanbookstore.com/
Address: Al Jamiah, Mecca 24246, Saudi Arabia
Al Diwan Bookstore
Al Diwan Bookstore offers a curated selection of Arabic literature, religious texts, and educational books, catering to the local population and visitors.
Address: Al Jamiah, Mecca 24246, Saudi Arabia
Maktaba Al Zahra
Maktaba Al Zahra is a local bookstore that specializes in Islamic literature, including the Quran, Hadith, and scholarly works on religion and spirituality.
Address: Al Aziziyah, Mecca 24243, Saudi Arabia
Al Manahil Bookstore
Al Manahil Bookstore is a small, independent bookstore offering a variety of books, with a focus on religious and educational titles.
Address: Al Aziziyah, Mecca 24243, Saudi Arabia
King Abdulaziz Public Library - Mecca Branch
The King Abdulaziz Public Library in Mecca is a major cultural institution that provides a vast collection of books, manuscripts, and digital resources for research and reading.
Website: www.kapl.org.sa/
Address: Al Aziziyah, Mecca 24243, Saudi Arabia
Al Zahra Public Library
Al Zahra Public Library is a local library in Mecca that offers a range of books and reading materials, with a focus on Islamic studies and Arabic literature.
Address: Al Zahra, Mecca
Umm Al Qura University Library
The Umm Al Qura University Library serves the academic community with a comprehensive collection of educational resources, scholarly books, and research materials.
Website: uqu.edu.sa/lib/Home
Address: Umm Al Qura University, Al Abideyah, Mecca 24382, Saudi Arabia
Al-Haram Library
Al-Haram Library is located within the Grand Mosque complex and offers a wealth of Islamic texts and resources for scholars and worshippers alike.
Address: The Grand Mosque, Mecca, Saudi Arabia
Mecca Public Library
Mecca Public Library is a municipal library that provides the local community with access to a variety of books, periodicals, and educational materials.
Address: Al Awali, Mecca, Saudi Arabia
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