Source: saudigazette.com.sa

The “Mukabbariyah,” a square-shaped platform raised on eight pillars, was used to relay the imam’s calls to worshipers before loud speakers were introduced in the Prophet’s Mosque. — Okaz photo

MADINAH — “Mukabbariyah” is the place the azan (call to prayers) takes place.

The first Mukabbariyah was constructed in the Prophet’s Mosque in 886 AH at the same location where Bilal (may Allah be pleased with him) called for prayers in the presence of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) on Fridays.

The Mukabbariyah is on the northern side of Al-Rawdah. It is a square-shaped platform, raised on eight pillars, to relay the imam’s calls to worshipers before loud speakers were introduced.

During the era of King Fahd, the Mukabbariyah was expanded and revamped in white Italian marble.

A researcher of Madinah’s history and a member of Madinah Research Center, Tenaidheb Al-Faydi, said the Mukabbariyah and the minarets did not exist… read the rest @ saudigazette.com.sa