Al-Arif Mountain

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24/02/2021
Mountains

Al-Arif Mountain (Jabal al ʻAryf) is one of the mountains of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is located northeast of Fayfa Governorate and is the highest mountain in Jazan Province, rising 2,632 m above sea level. It is part of the Tihama Highlands within the Sarawat Mountains, which extend from the border with the Republic of Yemen to an area north of Taif City.

Natural features

The vegetation cover of Al-Arif Mountain consists of several tree species, including acacia trees, junipers, and wild olive trees. Seasonal rainfall contributes to the expansion of green pastures and the growth of several aromatic plants.

Rocks

Al-Arif Mountain consists of igneous and metamorphic rocks characterized by their hardness and resistance to erosion. Several valleys descend from its rocky edges and drain into the Red Sea.

Sources

Saudi Geological Survey.

National Center for Wildlife.

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Name
Al-Arif Mountain.
Location
Fayfa Governorate, Jazan Province.
Elevation
2,632 m above sea level.
Characteristics
One of the peaks within the Sarawat Mountains.
One of the highest mountains in Saudi Arabia.
Mountain rocks
Igneous and metamorphic rocks.
Known for their hardness and resistance to erosion.
Its rugged edges descend into several valleys.

Table of contents

Info Box

Name
Al-Arif Mountain.
Location
Fayfa Governorate, Jazan Province.
Elevation
2,632 m above sea level.
Characteristics
One of the peaks within the Sarawat Mountains.
One of the highest mountains in Saudi Arabia.
Mountain rocks
Igneous and metamorphic rocks.
Known for their hardness and resistance to erosion.
Its rugged edges descend into several valleys.