Conquest of Mecca (630 CE)

Name: Conquest of Mecca
Start: 0630-01-01
Location: Conquest of Mecca

In 630 CE, the Muslims led by the Prophet Muhammad captured the city of Mecca, which had previously struggled against them, largely without conflict.

With the cleansing of the Kaaba of idols, Mecca consolidated its position as the center of Islam. The conquest of Mecca is an important event regarded as a turning point in Islamic history that paved the way for the rapid spread of Islam across the Arabian Peninsula.

Related civilizations

Umayyad Caliphate

Frequently asked questions

What was Conquest of Mecca?: In 630 CE, the Muslims led by the Prophet Muhammad captured the city of Mecca, which had previously struggled against them, largely without conflict.
When did Conquest of Mecca happen?: 630 CE