Rabigh holds profound significance in Islamic history as the miqat (designated place) where pilgrims entering from the north don their ihram garments before performing Hajj or Umrah. The city features several historic mosques including the ancient Masjid al-Shajarah, built near the site where Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) established this sacred boundary. Today, Rabigh continues to serve millions of Muslim pilgrims annually, maintaining its role as a spiritual gateway to the holy cities of Mecca and Medina.