Jazan Province in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia contains many historical landmarks, including:
Beit al-German (House of the Germans) in Farasan:
Located on Qummah Island, southwest of Farasan, it is known as the "German Castle." According to historian Mohammed Ahmad al-Aqeeli, the building dates back to 1901, during the Turkish-German alliance, and was intended to be used as a coal storage facility. Beit al-German has three entrances on the northern side facing the coast, each 3.20 m wide, and a fourth entrance in the middle of the eastern wall, which is eight m wide.
Beit al-Rifai:
Located on Farasan Island in Jazan Province, this house was built by the pearl merchant Ahmed Munawar al-Rifai, one of the traders in Farasan in the past. The house is distinguished by its diverse geometric shapes, engravings, and ancient architectural arts, which have remained intact since 1932.
Dar al-Nasr Castle:
A historical castle located in the center of Abu 'Arish Governorate. The original builder is unknown, but it was mentioned in the book "al-Aqiq al-Yamani" in the events of 1581-1582. In 1583, the castle was restored and repaired after the damage it suffered due to wars during that period. In 1935, Sheikh Abdullah al-Qadi, who was the treasurer of Jazan at the time, intended to restore the castle. He began by constructing its main gate and repairing its facade, but the restoration work was halted, and the castle eventually fell into disrepair, turning into ruins.
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