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باب الكعبة
The Door of the Kaaba (Bab al-Kaaba) is the gold-plated entrance on the northeastern wall of the Kaaba, raised about 2.13 meters above ground level. The current door was installed in 1979, made of 280 kg of pure gold. The Kaaba is opened only on special occasions for washing ceremonies and VIP visits.
The Kaaba has had a door since pre-Islamic times. Originally at ground level, it was raised during various reconstructions. The current gold door was commissioned by King Khalid bin Abdul Aziz in 1979. It was crafted by the renowned goldsmith Ahmad bin Ibrahim Badr, using 280 kilograms of gold. The door is 3.10 meters tall and 1.90 meters wide, adorned with Quranic verses and Islamic geometric patterns.
The Door of the Kaaba represents the threshold of the most sacred structure in Islam. While entry is extremely rare, the act of facing the door and making dua is considered blessed. The craftsmanship of the gold door reflects the reverence of the Muslim ummah for this sacred house.
The Door of the Kaaba is visible from the mataf area on the northeastern side. It is not open to the general public. The Kaaba interior is opened only twice a year for ceremonial washing. A movable wooden staircase is used to access the raised door. Pilgrims often make dua facing the door. The area below the door is part of the Multazam, one of the most blessed spots for supplication.