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Best Bookstores and Libraries in Mecca

By Joshua Wood, LPC

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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

About the Author

Joshua Wood Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.


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