Al-Qadeer Palace

Al-Qadeer Palace is one of the ancient palaces in Sakaka City in al-Jawf Province, north of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is situated on an elevated rocky slope at the western edge of Qara Center, approximately ten km south of Sakaka.

Al-Qadeer Palace is one of the archaeological sites where the Tourism Development Council in al-Jawf Province began implementing fencing, marking, and informational signage projects in 2019.

Al-Qadeer Palace includes the remains of a fortress built from sandstone and mud, consisting of a room and a watchtower. Its construction dates back to 1124. Nearby, there are large scattered rocks with ancient Thamudic inscriptions, some animal drawings, and hunting scenes. The site is surrounded by a wall for preservation.

Remains of architectural structures and an old well were found north of al-Qadeer Palace. On the surface of the site, groups of pottery fragments were identified as dating back to the Umayyad period and the early Abbasid period, confirming that these archaeological remains precede the construction of the palace. The significance of the building comes from the Arabic inscription that dates the construction of the palace to 1124, found on a rocky surface to the north of the palace.

Al-Qadeer Palace was included in the heritage and national site development projects in al-Jawf Province. In 2019, the Tourism Development Council of the province discussed implementing projects to revitalize these sites, including fencing and installing informational signage for the archaeological sites such as al-Rajajil Columns, al-Tuwair Archaeological Site, al-Zaabal Castle, al-Qadeer Palace, ar-Rasif, ash-Shuwayhitiyyah, the archaeological area of Dawmat al-Jandal, the Dawmat al-Jandal Wall, ancient wells, as-Saffat, al-Ghadeer, Umm al-Ajras, al-Busailah, al-Saidi Fortress, and Maqal.

Al-Jawf Province is rich in archaeological evidence, with its palaces playing a significant role as historical witnesses from various perspectives, including architectural, political, and social aspects. They are also an important element in enhancing the aspect of cultural tourism.

Heritage sites in al-Jawf Province include al-Kaf Castle in al-Qurayyat, al-Zaabal Castle, al-Rajajil Columns, and the archaeological area of Dawmat al-Jandal, which features the Umar Ibn al-Khattab Mosque, Marid Castle, and Dawmat al-Jandal Market.