AlUla’s Jabal Ikmah added to Unesco’s Memory of the World Register…
Source: AlUla’s Jabal Ikmah added to Unesco’s Memory of the World Register
AlUla’s Jabal Ikmah added to Unesco’s Memory of the World Register…
Source: AlUla’s Jabal Ikmah added to Unesco’s Memory of the World Register
Also known as al-Hijr or Mada’in Saleh, Hegra is the crown jewel of Saudi Arabia’s archaeological attractions and was the first place in the country inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
Source: This place was inhabited for centuries — but has only recently had tourists | CNN
Discover ancient rock formations, travel by vintage 4×4 and learn the tales behind sacred tombs.
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The necropolis of Hegra, in the desert town of AlUla, is Saudi’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site…
Source: Left Untouched For 2000 Years, This Old City Is Now Saudi’s Tourist Hub
Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site tells a fascinating story packed with history and heritage… AlUla’s significance as a crossroads of ancient civilisations dates back thousands of years. While it’s largely been off-limits to visitors, that changed in 2020 when it opened to the public for the first time, transforming this historic town in Saudi Arabia into an incredible open-air musuem.
Source: 10 incredible facts about Hegra, AlUla’s architectural marvel
Let’s take a night tour of Hegra, Saudi’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors can enjoy a stunning stargazing experience here, learning about the concepts of astrology and cosmology as practiced in the Nabataean Civilisation.
Source: Night tour of Hegra, Saudi’s 1st UNESCO World Heritage Site
Full travel guide to AlUla, Saudi Arabia, including things to do, best cultural sites, when to go, how to get there, where to eat and where to stay
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