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Al Balad    

Center before the 1970s oil boom. It served as an ancient trading port and was the primary gateway to the Holy City of Makkah for pilgrims making their blessed journey for Hajj and Ummrah. Today, the town is famous for its ancient architecture and traditional buildings that were constructed using coral stone and decorated with beautiful wooden lattice windows. What sets Old Jeddah apart is its narrow alleyways, dusty streets, and beautiful terraces which can be quite difficult to navigate through for a newcomer. Interestingly, this tight architecture is what keeps the place cool despite the scorching heat of Jeddah. Some of the old buildings in Al Balad are more than 500 years old and have been preserved by the Saudi Ministry of Culture to make them look  as good as new One of the most popular tourist spots is Bab Mecca, which is the gateway to the city of Makkah. Al Balad also houses a culturally significant center called the Nassif house museum which dates back to the 19th century. Other major attractions include Baeshen House. Al Balad is a great place for shopaholics to find good bargains and incredible souvenirs .

 Al Tayebat Museum

 the building of the museum comprises numerous structural elements, all of which are associated with traditional Hejazi architectural styles. Al Tayebat City Museum is now renowned collection of pre-Islamic artifacts. There is a wonderful tiny mosque inside the premises that is a piece of art in itself. Tourists can purchase souvenirs from one of many antique stores that four levels and about 300 rooms with various history. It features centuries-old oil paintings, rock sculptures, embroideries, traditional Arabic clothing, ceramics, etc

 Seera Museum

The Seera Museum in Al Madinah, typically is a historical museum dedicated to showcasing the rich past of Medina, the second holiest city in Islam. It houses a collection of artifacts, models, and exhibits that illustrate the city's evolution from its pre-Islamic origins to its emergence as a significant center of Islamic civilization

 Quba Mosque

The Quba Mosque is the first mosque built in Islam and the first mosque constructed in the city of Medina. In terms of precedence, the Kaaba in Mecca is considered the first house established for people, while the Quba Mosque is recognized as the first mosque built by Muslims after the Prophet Muhammad's migration from Mecca to Medina. Located south of Medina, the mosque was built by Prophet Muhammad upon his migration to the city. Muslims throughout past centuries have shown interest in renovating and expanding the mosque. It was renovated by Uthman ibn Affan and later by Umar ibn Abdul Aziz during the reign of Walid ibn Abdul Malik. This care and development continued under subsequent caliphs, including Sultan Qaitbay and the Ottoman Sultans Mahmud II and his son Sultan Abdul Majid I.

 Uhud mountain

is a battle that took place between Muslims and the Quraish tribe in the third year of migration. The Muslim army was led by the Prophet Muhammad, and the Quraish tribe was led by Abu Sufyan bin Harb. The Battle of Uhud is the second major battle undertaken by Muslims. It occurred on the mount of Uhud.

 Elephant rock  

 the "trunk" and "body" of this monolithic red sandstone beast were shaped by natural forces millions of years of wind and water erosion. The beauty of the unrefined structure is enhanced by a landscape of golden sands.

 Lion Tombs Near Dadan 

 Dadan was the capital city of the Lihyan and Dadan kingdoms. These civilizations flourished 2000 years ago. The Lihyan kingdom was among the biggest of its time, and it was spread from Madinah in the south to Aqaba in the north (Jordan). dadan was an ancient city currently located near Al-Ula. Dadan is widely known for its stunning tombs carved into red rocks. Lion tombs of Dadan are the most famous among all other tombs present in the region. These beautifully carved structures are 50 meters high. Historically the city had considerable importance in terms of trade as it was located on a major trading route. It acted as a crucial link between the southern region of the Arabian Peninsula and several Persia, Egypt, and Mesopotamia empires. Being at the center of a significant trading route, the city was influenced by cultures of other lands. 

 Old Ula

dating back to the 12th century, the heritage site is best known for its mud- brick buildings and being an age-old settlement on the pilgrimage route from Damascus to Makkah. Al Ula Old Town was inhabited from the 12th century until the 1980s, when its last residents left the ancient village for more modern locales. With nearly 900 houses, 400 shops and five town squares, the Old Town is once again welcoming travelers. It contains Masjid Al-Izam, the restored Friday Mosque believed to have been visited by the Prophet Mohammed. Travelers can also see the town’s tantora, or sundial, which served as the main way residents tracked the change of seasons. 

 Ekma Mountain

a towering mountain, whose color tends towards red, is located about three kilometers northwest of the city of Al-Ula in Saudi Arabia. It is considered an open library, containing hundreds of inscriptions and writings on its slopes and rock surfaces, primarily dating back to the Dadanian and Lihyanian periods. It narrates the history of the region and life therein during various historical epochs, serving as a documented record of the flourishing Lihyanian civilization in the Arabian Peninsula and the East during a significant period of history.

  Hegra 

 The Hegra Archaeological Site is the first World Heritage property to be inscribed in Saudi Arabia. It is the largest conserved site of the civilization of the Nabataeans south of Petra in Jordan. It features well-preserved monumental tombs with decorated facades dating from the 1st century BC to the 1^st century AD. The site also features some 50 inscriptions of the pre-Nabataean period and some cave drawings. Al-Hijr bears a unique testimony to Nabataean civilization. With its 111 monumental tombs, 94 of which are decorated, and water wells, the site is an outstanding example of the Nabataeans’ architectural accomplishment and hydraulic expertise.

  A'arif Fort

 is located in the city of Hail on the highest peak of a mountain overlooking the city. Was built in 1260 AH on an area of 440 sq. m. A'arif Fort with its rectangular shape and medium size, is surrounded by a solid wall with openings to drain rainwater. Its walls were built of mud bricks and mud, on stone foundations, and equipped with everything the anchors and city defenders need, such as towers, observation slots, sleeping areas and others for storage, a mosque, toilets, and 30 watchtowers to defend the area. For a period of time