Tourism in Saudi Arabia may not have had the necessary momentum in the past, but that has become a thing of the past with the start of launching and activating the tourist visa for Saudi Arabia, which makes it easier for foreigners to obtain it and enter the country for the purpose of tourism and to attend the new wonderful events in the Saudi seasons, the last of which is such as the season Riyadh and others.
It may not rank high in the list of tourist countries in the world, but this does not mean that it is a country that is not worth visiting or does not contain anything worth seeing. On the contrary, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, like other countries, includes wonderful and unusual attractions, but the difference lies in In the state's effort to promote it globally, which is what the Kingdom has begun to take serious steps to change.
What can be said with certainty is that tourism in Saudi Arabia is a sector that will develop and prosper in the coming years, especially with Vision 2030, which aspires to make the Kingdom a country whose resources are not limited to oil.
Last year, it was known that 18 million flocked to the soil of the Kingdom, but it was all for a religious purpose, which is to perform the rituals of Hajj, and apart from this Islamic edifice that Arabs and Muslims are proud of, Saudi Arabia has another face that requires discovering its features.
In this context, and for those who have the idea of visiting the Kingdom, we propose the most beautiful and strange 20 tourist destinations worth visiting in this country rich in its heritage and civilization.
1. Wadi Lajab - Al-Reith
This area is a rocky incision in the middle of the water runoff in the northeast of the city of Jizan, and it is an ideal park for rowing and swimming.
This area is visited by many vacationers from inside the Kingdom, especially in the summer, thanks to its picturesque nature and distinctive atmosphere. The rocky sides of the valley block the sun for the rest of the day, which allows vacationers to stay in the water for long periods.
2. Sharm Obhur - Jeddah
One of the most important tourist areas in Saudi Arabia is Sharm Obhur, which is located 30 kilometers from the city of Jeddah, or as it is called the Bride of the Red Sea.
This distinctive beach is located on the eastern side of the Red Sea and in the west of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Tourists flock to it frequently in the summer, as it is a summer tourist destination par excellence.
Sharm Obhur offers its visitors moments of entertainment and relaxation through various recreational activities such as diving and sunbathing, without forgetting the wonderful sunset scene on this beach, do not miss the summer fun available in this place!
3. Wadi Touqi
In the capital, Riyadh, there is one of the tourist attractions and the Saudis are proud of it. Talking here about Al-Tawqi Valley, which is considered the longest valley interspersed with a picturesque nature of rocks and trees, especially acacia trees. Visits to this valley are at their peak in the spring and summer.
When rain falls in this area, waterfalls are formed that increase the beauty of its view, but being in it at that time is difficult because of its muddy environment, which is difficult to walk through.
4. Al-Tanhat Gardens - Al-Tanhat Kindergarten
Family sessions in the bosom of the picturesque nature, you will not find anything better than Al-Tanhat Kindergarten, located in the city of Riyadh surrounded by the sands of Al-Dahna from the east, and many valleys flow into it, and it is considered one of the largest kindergartens.
The captivating nature of Rawdat al-Tanhat is embodied in acacia and sidr trees, and different types of flowers that make this place a spring destination par excellence.
5. Dumat Al-Jandal - Al-Jouf
Dumat al-Jandal is among the most prominent tourist attractions in Saudi Arabia. It is a well-known northern tourist destination frequented by Saudis and foreigners.
This region includes many tourist sites, including Dumat Al-Jandal Lake, which comes at the forefront of the interest of visitors to the region, in addition to heritage sites dating back to the Islamic civilization that characterizes the Kingdom, such as the Omar Ibn Al-Khattab Mosque and its minaret, which is considered the first minarets in Islam.
And do not forget the ancient shield neighborhood, whose mud houses and stone-paved paths will dazzle you.
6. Fifa Mountains (Al-Faifa) - Jazan
One of the most beautiful sights that your eyes can enjoy in Saudi Arabia is definitely the Fifa Mountains, especially for mountain nature lovers. The Fifa Mountains are located in the east of the Jazan region, and it is a group of mountains wrapped around each other.
If you are a fan of adventure and mountaineering, you should not exclude this region from the list of areas you intend to visit, as it may appear to you at first glance as a pyramid of rolling mountains, and this will push you further to discover its charm.
7. Al-Wahba Crater - Taif
In the desert of the Kingdom, there is one of the exciting scenes, the appearance of which may make you think that a meteorite has fallen in the region, but that is not the case!
This area, “the crater of horror,” is the largest crater in the Middle East, formed by volcanic activity that led to an underground explosion that generated steam due to the contact of molten rock with groundwater, and it was previously characterized by volcanic activity.
8. Edge of the World - Riyadh
The edge of the world, or “the overlook” as the locals call it, is one of the most beautiful tourist attractions in Saudi Arabia, frequented by adventure lovers and lovers of exceptional destinations, which, despite being unknown, are a tourist masterpiece worth seeing, especially in the fall and winter seasons, because the summer is hot. very.
This place is 90 km away from the capital, Riyadh, and is characterized by its picturesque landscape. It should be noted that 50 million years ago, this place was the bottom of a large sea that covered the Arabian Peninsula to the Levant.
9. The ancient village of Dhi Ain - Al-Baha
Heritage places that include in every detail the fragrant past and history are what most distinguish tourism in Saudi Arabia, and one of the oldest of these places; Dhi Ain Heritage Village, which is 400 years old.
The old houses and their beautiful monuments make the village a suitable place for those who love to explore the masterpieces of history and heritage. The village has a spring of water located at the foot of the mountain that does not stop throughout the year.
10. Noura Gardens - Noura Kindergarten
Rawdat Noura in the north of Riyadh is one of the areas that can be enjoyed in its picturesque natural atmosphere. This kindergarten is medium in size and abounds with natural plants that delight the onlookers.
Parkers flock to this kindergarten in large numbers, especially in the spring season, when nature flourishes.
11. Rock paintings in Hail
The rock paintings in Hail are one of the important archaeological sites that have been registered in the World Heritage List by UNESCO. The history of this archaeological site dates back to more than 10 thousand years BC.
Antiquities lovers will find what they want in this place, and they will breathe the fragrance of the world heritage with those rock paintings that tell of a past history that is still in preservation and preservation.
12. Farasan Island - Jazan
The Farasan Islands have high tourism potential that deserves a global spread more than it is in reality. It includes a group of 84 islands.
The Farasan Islands are about 50 kilometers from the city of Jazan. They are characterized by coral reef formations, strange cracks with fresh water, snails and turtles, in addition to fossilized marine organisms and others.
13. Habla Park - Asir
It is located in the city of Abha and is a wonderful tourist landmark where you can camp and get double pleasure in the bosom of nature that adorns the park. It has all the facilities that will facilitate the visitor’s trip.
The Habla extractor, which characterizes tourism in Saudi Arabia, is interspersed with long vertical cuts in the mountains that will force you to take more than one picture of it.
14. Jabal Al-Lawz - Tabuk
Seeing snowfall in its most beautiful form is contained in Jabal Al-Lawz, located in the Tabuk region, located near the Jordanian border. Its name, Jabal Al-Lawz, is due to the almond trees that were planted in it in ancient times.
Jabal Al-Lawz wears a glamorous white suit in the winter and has many historical inscriptions, drawings and symbols, and its land is fertile.
15. Al Fara'a Park - Abha
There are more than one tourist area in Abha that provides comfort and pleasure, including Al-Faraa Park, which is one of the most beautiful tourist parks in Abha, covering an area of two hundred thousand square meters.
The park offers its visitors summer activities such as Egyptian circus acrobats, folklore, carnivals, a theater and a children's tent.
16. Masmak Palace - Riyadh
Al-Masmak Palace is a historical edifice that cannot be overlooked due to its historical status. It is a well-built fort located in the capital, Riyadh, and reflects the ancient history that reminds of the victory of the House of Saud in the battle that took place with the Al-Rashid family, and thanks to which they restored the city of Riyadh to their rule.
17. Souda Park - Abha
In the Asir region, this park is at the forefront of the areas frequented by visitors. It is located west of the city of Abha, and provides its visitors with an ideal family space to spend summer vacations and enjoy the natural atmosphere that abounds in the region.
When it rains, pictures of natural perfection are formed in waterfalls that catch the eye in the Al-Soudah forests.
18. Madain Saleh - Medina
Madain Saleh or Dar Al-Hajar is located in the northwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, between Medina and Tabuk, in which antiquities from the prehistoric period were discovered, and others of successive civilizations that reflect their historical importance.
The site and its historical importance has been registered in the list of World Heritage Sites. This site is ideal for living a journey of discovery of an important and distinctive part of the history of the Kingdom.
19. Durrat Al-Arous - Jeddah
The Bride of the Red Sea, Jeddah, spoils its visitors with its various tourist areas, especially the coastal ones. Durrat Al-Arous is one of these areas, which is located in the north of the city of Jeddah in the Dhahban region.
Durrat Al-Arous overlooks the Red Sea coast and provides visitors with a variety of integrated life facilities and services, including; The possibility of owning and living in its luxurious residential units.
20. Riyadh Lake
Lake Riyadh is also one of the tourist areas that Saudis go to for self-entertainment. It has been equipped and prepared to meet the needs of the population looking for tourist places that are as important and prestigious as a city like Riyadh.
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Al-Ahsa Oasis
Al-Ahsa Oasis is one of the regions that are considered a solid representation of coexistence in the land of the Kingdom, as history testifies to it with the coexistence of religions on its land.
The National Museum
A distinctive cultural edifice that Saudi Arabia has the right to be proud of, located in an area that includes wonderful attractions such as the King Abdulaziz Historical Center and the historic Murabaa Palace.
Onaizah
It is one of the oldest cities in the Qassim region, and it is a garden of farms, orchards, abundance of water, and clear soil, in addition to its advanced infrastructure.
The green Mountain
Decorated with green agricultural terraces, it is located in Abha. The appearance of this mountain at night catches the eye with the green lighting that adorns it.
Empty Quarter Desert
A car tour on the sand dunes and a tea session with relatives in an authentic Arabian desert atmosphere. All this and more is provided to you by the Empty Quarter desert, which is the second largest desert in the world.
Diriyah
The cradle of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and an important national symbol of the country, its tourism importance lies in its natural landscapes such as tributaries, reefs and fertile lands.
