The Quranic Museum, located in the Hira Cultural District in Makkah, houses a copy of the Quran from the 18th century. The manuscript displays the beauty and precision of calligraphic art and Islamic ornamentation from that period.
Written in black ink, the manuscript combines characteristics from several schools of Islamic calligraphy, demonstrating the scribe's skill in applying the distinctive style of each school. The carefully executed diacritical marks and vowel notation reflect an emphasis on accuracy in handwritten Quran copying.
Floral motifs and intricate ornaments decorate its opening pages, highlighting the artistic tradition in Quranic manuscripts. The exhibition provides visitors with an opportunity to witness the history of handwritten Quran copying, the development of Arabic calligraphy, and the decorative and gilding techniques used in Quranic manuscripts across various historical periods.
The Hira Cultural District, located at the foot of Mount Hira where the Cave of Hira is situated, increasingly attracts both domestic and international visitors. The district presents educational content through modern interactive technology that combines authenticity with innovation, including the Revelation Exhibition, which documents the story of the first revelation through various visual and audio presentations.
The Hira Cultural District is one of the major projects highlighting Makkah's cultural and civilisational dimensions, in line with Saudi Vision 2030's goal of developing the cultural and tourism sectors and introducing Islamic heritage.
