It is Ain Najm, one of the sulfur springs known for its clear, hot water. The spring is located west of al-Mubarraz in al-Ahsa Governorate in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is an ancient historical spring of medium size, considered the first tourist site in the Kingdom dedicated to wellness and healing from illnesses.
The development of Ain Najm dates back to 1742, representing a model of natural steam baths. It served as one of the stops for pilgrim caravans departing from and arriving in al-Ahsa, particularly its western region. It is considered a meeting point, a farewell spot, or a rest station. It played a historical, agricultural, medical, and tourism role in al-Ahsa.
King Abdulaziz Bin Abdulrahman Al Saud visited Ain Najm in 1947 for treatment purposes. Ain Najm is one of the springs used for treating ailments such as rheumatism and nerve stiffness due to its high water temperature. It is also a notable attraction for tourists.
The structure above Ain Najm consists of three interconnected rooms connected through small doors. The room above the spring serves as the central room, situated between the other two, with access facilitated through it. These rooms include spaces designated for bathing and therapeutic purposes. The building is surrounded by a metal fence that slopes down to the entrance of the springs beneath the domes. Access to the sulfur spring level is via a small staircase located at the entrance of the central room.
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