Al-Hajjaria

Al-Hajjaria Trust was the most well-known trust in Madinah for over 500 years. It was dedicated by Sheikh Abu Baker bin Abdullah Al Hajjar. Al-Hajjaria was a prominent landmark and is mentioned in many Ottoman court documents as the points of reference for neighboring properties, as shown on this recorded deed^[1] from 977 Hijri (corresponding to 1569 Gregorian year). These documents are of historical significance as the Ottoman Empire ruled this area during that period and their court documents are the best preserved historical references of that era.

The Al-Hajjaria Trust has since been sold, the areas developed, and the trust funds transferred to other property investments in Madinah, still held by the Al-Hajjar family descendants.