DUSHANBE, January 6, 2016 Asia-Plus – Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, who was on an official visit to Saudi Arabia, yesterday visited the grave of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), according to the Tajik president’s official website.
We will recall that the Tajik president’s website reports that President Emomali Rahmon together with his wife, some of his children and immediate relatives performed Umrah rituals on January 5.
According to some media sources, there are the first lady, Azizamo Asadulloyeva, Rahmon’s eldest daughter, Firouza, another daughter, Ozoda Emomali, his youngest son, Somon, and a son-in-law, Jamoliddin Nouraliyev.
The Green Dome is a green-colored dome built above the tomb of the Islamic Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and early Muslim leaders, Abu Bakr and Umar. The dome is located in the south-east corner of Al-Masjid al-Nabawi (Mosque of the Prophet) in Medina.
The structure dates back to 1279 AD, when an unpainted wooden cupola was built over the tomb. It was later rebuilt and painted using different colors twice in the late 15th century and once in 1817. The dome was first painted green in 1837, and hence became known as the Green Dome.
Muhammad”s grave lies within the confines of what used to be his wife Aisha”s and his house. During his lifetime it adjoined the mosque. The mosque was expanded during the reign of Caliph al-Walid I to include his tomb. Millions visit it every year, since it is a tradition to visit the mosque after the pilgrimage to Mecca.
Muhammad”s grave itself cannot be seen as the area is cordoned off by a gold mesh and black curtains.
