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The Battlefield of Badr is located about 150 km southwest of Madinah. It is the site of the Battle of Badr on 17 Ramadan 2 AH (March 624 CE), the first major military engagement in Islam. 313 Muslims defeated approximately 1,000 Quraysh fighters with divine assistance, as described in Surah Al-Anfal. The Quran calls it 'Yawm al-Furqan' (Day of Criterion).
The Battle of Badr took place on 17 Ramadan 2 AH (13 March 624 CE) between a Muslim force of 313 fighters led by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and a Quraysh army of approximately 1,000 led by Abu Jahl. Despite being outnumbered and outequipped, the Muslims achieved a decisive victory. The Quran describes how Allah sent angels to assist the believers (Surah Al-Anfal 8:9). Seventy Quraysh were killed, including Abu Jahl, and 70 were captured. Fourteen Muslims were martyred. The battle was a turning point that established the Muslim community as a significant force in Arabia.
Badr is called 'Yawm al-Furqan' (Day of Criterion) in the Quran because it was the decisive moment that distinguished truth from falsehood and established Islam as an independent force. The companions who fought at Badr (the Badriyyun) hold the highest status among the Sahabah. The battle demonstrates the power of faith, proper preparation, and reliance on Allah.
Badr is approximately 150 km southwest of Madinah, about a 2-hour drive. The site includes a small museum, the graves of the 14 Muslim martyrs, and markers indicating key battle positions. A mosque at the site serves visitors. The area is now a modern town called Badr. Organized tour groups from Madinah visit as part of historical site tours. The site is not part of Hajj or Umrah rites but holds immense historical value. Bring water and sun protection if visiting during warm months. Local guides can provide detailed battlefield narratives.