Al-Hamra Palace in Tayma is a historical palace in Tayma, Tabuk Governorate, northwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It was discovered in 1979, and contains some historical monuments, including a basket with an Aramaic text and a cubic stone with different scenes and symbols.
It was built in the sixth century BC as a religious temple that includes a housing section. However, an additional part constituted the southern section of the palace. Local stones were used in its construction, and it consists of three sections. It is currently supervised by the Heritage Commission.
Location of al-Hamra Palace in Tayma
Al-Hamra Palace is located north of Tayma Governorate, on a red rocky edge, which was the inspiration behind its name. The palace neighbors a group of famous archaeological sites dating back to Before Christianity, including the archaeological Hadaj Well, Radhm Palace, and the remaining ruins of the historical wall of Tayma.
Design of al-Hamra Palace in Tayma
The palace was built on an elevation of about eighty m long and twenty m wide, with fifteen m in height. Moreover, the palace is made of irregular-shaped stones.
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