Mecca was the birthplace of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, making it the holiest city in Islam. Located in modern-day Saudi Arabia, millions of Muslims make a pilgrimage to Mecca each year.

The Islamic prophet Muhammad was born in the city of Mecca, now known as the holiest city in Islam. Millions of Muslims make a pilgrimage to Mecca each year, which is in modern-day Saudi Arabia. Non-Muslims are not allowed inside the city.