The true location of the Kaaba is in the Great Mosque of Mecca, Mecca, Hejaz, Saudi Arabia. More specifically, its geographic coordinates are 21°25′21.0″N 39°49′34.2″E.
The Kaaba, a cuboid building, is the most sacred site in Islam. Muslims worldwide face the Kaaba during their prayers (Salat). Located within the Masjid al-Haram (Great Mosque of Mecca), it is the focal point for the Hajj pilgrimage, one of the five pillars of Islam.
Attribute | Value |
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Location | Great Mosque of Mecca, Mecca, Hejaz, Saudi Arabia |
Geographic Coordinates | 21°25′21.0″N 39°49′34.2″E |
Administration | The Agency of the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques |
The Kaaba's significance transcends its physical location; it is the direction (Qibla) towards which Muslims orient themselves in prayer, symbolizing unity and devotion to Allah. The upkeep and administration are handled by The Agency of the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques.