Makkah Hotel to Kiswah Factory & Sulah Hudaibiya

Kiswah Factory

The Kiswah Factory, officially known as the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Manufacturing of the Kaaba’s Kiswah, was established in 1977 in Makkah to continue the centuries-old tradition of producing the sacred cloth that covers the Holy Kaaba. Before its establishment, the Kiswah was made in Egypt and other parts of the Islamic world, but the factory centralized this important task in Saudi Arabia, ensuring it is carried out with the highest standards of craftsmanship and reverence. The Kiswah is made from high-quality black silk and embroidered with Quranic verses using gold and silver threads, requiring months of meticulous work by skilled artisans. The factory stands as a symbol of devotion, heritage, and the Kingdom’s dedication to preserving Islamic traditions.

Sulah Hudaibiya

Sulah Hudaibiya, also known as the Treaty of Hudaibiya, was a landmark peace agreement signed in the year 628 CE (6 AH) between Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the Quraysh tribe of Makkah. The treaty was established near the area of Hudaibiya, just outside Makkah, when the Prophet and his companions set out with the intention of performing Umrah. Despite initial tensions, negotiations led to a ten-year truce that allowed for peaceful coexistence and safe passage for future pilgrimages. Although the terms appeared to favor the Quraysh, the treaty ultimately became a strategic victory for the Muslims, opening the door for the rapid spread of Islam and leading to the eventual conquest of Makkah. Sulah Hudaibiya remains a profound example of patience, diplomacy, and trust in divine guidance.