Sela Mountain
جبل سلع
A prominent mountain tied to the geography of early Madinah and the Khandaq area.
Why this place matters
Jabal Sela is one of the major natural reference points of historical Madinah. Its slopes and position help explain the terrain around the Battle of the Trench and the western side of the early city.
Visiting today
View from safe public areas; avoid informal climbing routes.
Sources
- Innaha Taybah map of 50 historical and archaeological sites, Madinah Research and Studies Center: Reported by Arab News, 5 November 2024
Editorial note: Innaha Taybah إِنَّهَا طَيْبَة distinguishes established Seerah evidence from later historical attribution. The source status above shows how strongly this place is documented. Read our methodology.