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27/03/2022

First phase to document the path of Prophet’s journey completed

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MAKKAH: The organizers of “Rihlat Muhajir” (An Emigrant Journey) have announced that the first phase of the initiative to document the path of the Prophet’s emigration has been completed. The work with specialists and researchers in the Prophet’s biography is part of the preparations to inau...

27/03/2022

Saudi National Parks Program will benefit environment, communities and tourism, organizers say

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MAKKAH: Saudi Arabia’s recently launched National Parks Program will benefit the environment and local communities, and provide a boost to sustainable tourism and by attracting local and foreign visitors, according to the National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertificati...

27/03/2022

Saudi Arabia’s Qassim unearthing economic opportunities with white truffles

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JEDDAH: Truffles evoke luxury and expense. Rare and delectable, they can be found in dishes at fine dining restaurants, in specialty food stores, or nestled in a corner of the exotic produce section at some supermarkets. Truffles are touted as one of the most expensive food items because they are se...

27/03/2022

Ain Al-Harrah hot spring, a therapeutic destination in Makkah

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JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia is rich with many potential geothermal sites along the western coastal side of the Red Sea such as Ain Al-Harrah, which is one of the most important and prominent therapeutic and tourist destinations in the Makkah region. Makkah Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal recently inaugurated....

27/03/2022

Native species return home as Saudi Arabia heeds call of the wild

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JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia has answered the call of the wild by releasing some of its most revered endangered native species into their ancestral home at AlUla’s Sharaan Nature Reserve. The 20 Arabian oryx, 50 sand gazelles and 10 Nubian ibex were released by the Royal Commission for AlUla to mark World...

27/03/2022

Rakayb Jubbah: An authentic Saudi desert experience in Hail

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JEDDAH: The northwestern Saudi city of Jubbah has the most famous rock art inscription site in the country, and is the fourth place in the Kingdom to be inscribed on the UNESCO List of World Heritage Sites. This ancient location, with its spectacular dunes and sandy landscape, is being offered to ad...

27/03/2022

Wildlife center releases gazelles, oryxes into King Khalid Royal Reserve

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RIYADH: The National Center for Wildlife on Monday released 20 Arabian oryxes and 30 rhim gazelles into King Khalid Royal Reserve as part of a program to reintroduce endangered species to their natural environments across the Kingdom. The move was in collaboration with the Imam Abdul Aziz bin Mohamm...

27/03/2022

In a Jeddah compound, a hidden sanctuary offers relief for reptiles, birds and fish

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JEDDAH: In the middle of a living compound is a sanctuary for some of the most misunderstood animals, reptiles that are taken care of by Kane Tison. The sanctuary is built inside a public park by Tison with the support of his father, where he and his team tend to the animals by recreating their natu...

27/03/2022

Saudi traveler redefining road trips in KSA

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JEDDAH: Meet Abdullah Al-Qurashi, 30, who is redefining road trips in Saudi Arabia with the help of a campervan nicknamed Aladdin, which he describes as a “little home on wheels.” Al-Qurashi was studying for a digital media master’s degree in Canada in 2014 but quit after two months of the pro...

27/03/2022

ThePlace: Al-Masann, a rock cavity in Tabuk

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TABUK: The ingenuity of Tabuk’s older generations is evident in the ways they adapted to their desert environment. One such example of resourcefulness was through the creation of Al-Masann, a storehouse where food provisions — such as dates, wheat, barley and cheese — were kept in the past. Al...

27/03/2022

ThePlace: Saudi Arabia’s Najran famous for largest rock inscriptions

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Archaeological discoveries and rock inscriptions in Najran created during the early age of Islam are important historical sources to document social life during that time. In addition, they contain evidence of human heritage from thousands of years ago, and are tangible proof of the authenticity of....

27/03/2022

ThePlace: Al-Moanis village, the traditional Saudi village of Dhahran Al-Janub

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Al-Moanis village Dhahran Al-Janub governorate, located 150 km southeast of the city of Abha, is characterized by its traditional villages and their architectural style. One of these villages is Al-Moanis village, which is known for its variety of castles and forts, with some being six-stories high....

27/03/2022

ThePlace: Umm Jirsan, Saudi Arabia’s longest lava cave located in Harrat Khaybar

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Umm Jirsan cave, located in Harrat Khaybar, north of Madinah, is an important natural landmark, given its moderate weather throughout the year and its unique geological composition, making it a top destination for tourists, explorers, researchers, amateurs and hikers from all over the world. Geologi...

27/03/2022

ThePlace: Sharaan Nature Reserve, a rich biodiversity hotspot of AlUla

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RIYADH: Sharaan Nature Reserve For nature lovers, explorers and adventurers, AlUla offers a unique safari inside its nature reserve surrounded by a red, rocky landscape, filled with indigenous flora and fauna, that promises an extraordinary experience. Sitting on 3,000 years of history, the Sharaan....

27/03/2022

ThePlace: Rock Art in Al-Ghada, a memory of ancient civilizations in the Arabian Peninsula

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Rock art in Ghada, Unaizah governorate, has always attracted local residents as a tourist destination. It is located amid golden sands within Ghada Park on the southwestern side of the governorate, about 21 kilometers away on the so-called Dhala Road. Explorers have discovered that the rock art, whi...

13/01/2022

ThePlace: Al-Dossaria Castle, a historical landmark on the highest peak in Jazan

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SOURCE: Arab News

13/01/2022

ThePlace: Jabal Al-Lith island, home to colorful reefs and maritime forests

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SOURCE: Arab News

13/01/2022

ThePlace: Zaabal Castle, centuries-old structure located in Saudi Arabia’s Sakaka

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SOURCE: Arab News

13/01/2022

ThePlace: Dhee Ayn village, home to multi-story houses sitting atop a white marble mountain

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30/12/2021

The most wonderful time for winter activities in Saudi Arabia

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RIYADH: Cooler days during the winter season bring a different selection of activities and excursions to Saudi Arabia. While people in colder parts of the world may choose to stay in and turn on their radiators to keep warm, the people of the Kingdom light fires in the desert and take part in all so...

02/12/2021

ThePlace: Mud houses in Najran
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02/12/2021

ThePlace: Mardhyah Palace in Al-Ahsa, where King Abdulaziz would spend his leisure time

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02/12/2021

ThePlace: Asfa village in Makkah province

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The traditional village of Asfa in Bani Malek, located in the governorate of Maysan in Makkah, has been the center of attention for tourism activists, and is popular with nature and heritage enthusiasts. The village is known for its architectural features, with stone structures built on giant white....

02/12/2021

ThePlace: Jabal Ikmah, the ‘open library’

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Jabal Ikmah, or the “open library,” as it is referred to by AlUla locals, is one of the many treasures that the land hides among its rocky formations. The mountain opening is located in the ancient city of Dadan. After a short hike, an opening welcomes visitors. At first glance, it may seem like...

23/10/2021

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ThePlace: Rajajil Columns, the ‘Stonehenge of Saudi Arabia’

The Rajajil Columns, a mysterious site located 20 kilometers south of Sakakah city, are often nicknamed the “Stonehenge of Saudi Arabia.” The name of the site translates to “the men,” and the monument might be the oldest in the region, researchers say. Mystery surrounding the origins of the ...

23/10/2021

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ThePlace: Saudi Arabia’s Al-Marjan Island is a landmark and a recreational destination for tourists

With its green landscape and moderate climate in the Arabian Gulf waters, Al-Marjan Island in Dammam is a landmark and a recreational destination for tourists and citizens of the Eastern Province. Lying just off the coast of Dammam and connected to it by a causeway, the artificial island was built i...

23/10/2021

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ThePlace: Khuzam Palace in Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ahsa attract lovers of heritage and historical tourism

Al-Ahsa governorate contains many monuments and palaces that attract lovers of heritage and historical tourism, with the most famous being Khuzam Palace. The historical building, which tourists, visitors, and historical researchers from inside and outside the Kingdom flock to year-round, showcases t...

23/10/2021

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ThePlace: Why Saudi Arabia’s Haql beaches are a must-see

The northwestern coastal city of Haql in the Tabuk region offers breathtaking scenery, turquoise waters, white sand beaches surrounded by mountains, colored coral reefs and a charming climate, giving visitors a fun and relaxing experience, as well as offering enjoyable maritime activities. Beaches i...

23/10/2021

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ThePlace: Al-Qahar Mountains in Jazan region ranks among KSA’s most beautiful tourist sites

The Jazan region of Saudi Arabia offers a diverse range of environmental treasures and tourist attractions, and authorities have been working to develop its potential in recent years through a number of programs and initiatives in line with the aims of Saudi Vision 2030. As a result the region has b...