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Where is Hazrat Moses buried?

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Hazrat Moses (Musa) is believed to be buried at Maqam El-Nabi Musa.

Location Details

According to tradition, the grave of Musa is situated at Maqam El-Nabi Musa. This site is located in the Judean wilderness, east of Jerusalem and south of Jericho.

  • Relative Position:
    • 11 km (6.8 mi) south of Jericho.
    • 20 km (12 mi) east of Jerusalem.
  • Access: The site is accessed via a side road.
    • This road is to the right of the main Jerusalem-Jericho road.
    • It is found about 2 km (1.2 mi) beyond the sign indicating sea level.

The site is historically significant and has been a place of pilgrimage for centuries.

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