Historic Tabab Mosque is one of the historic mosques located in Tabab Village, northwest of Abha City in Aseer Province , southwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It is considered one of the oldest historical mosques in the region and a notable cultural landmark. History of Tabab Mosque Located approximately twenty-eight km north of Abha City, Tabab Historic Mosque was established in 1806 by the order of Imam Saud Bin Abdulaziz Bin Mohammed. Situated in Tabab Village near Abha City, the mosqu...
Abu Nuqtah al-Muthami Palaces are a collection of historical forts and palaces located in the town of Tabab, affiliated with Aseer Province in the southwestern region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . Tabab served as the capital of Aseer Province during the First Saudi State and was one of the province's prominent hamlets in the fourth decade of the tenth century. Tabab Town Tabab is located twenty-five km northwest of Abha City and rises approximately 2,400 m above sea level. The town comp...
The ancient al-Masmak Palace harbors a museum dedicated to the history of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It recounts the story of its unification by the Founder, King Abdulaziz Bin Abdulrahman Al Saud. Al-Masmak Palace is a prominent national landmark, where King Abdulaziz Al Saud fought his battle to recapture Riyadh. The museum is divided into six halls, and its western wooden gate stands as a witness to the battle, as the tip of a spear remains settled in it, belonging to one of King Abdulazi...
Al-Shuwaymis Antiquities are archaeological sites and rock engravings located in al-Shuwaymis Site in Hail Province , northern the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , approximately 250 km southeast of Hail City . The rock engravings at this site are estimated to be about ten thousand years old BCE. Significance of al-Shuwaymis Site Al-Shuwaymis Site is considered one of the largest open-air rock art museums in the Arabian Peninsula and one of the world’s largest open-air natural history museums. It spa...
The Wall of Shaqra Town, located in the heritage town of Shaqra Governorate in Riyadh Province , at the center of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , is a historical landmark known as the 'Old Wall.' Dating back to 1817. Adjacent to the wall is a trench that was later developed into a circular street called 'al-Khidr.' The remnants of the wall, referred to as ' Aqda', are integrated into buildings and homes. Elements of the Wall of Shaqra Town The Wall of Shaqra Town fea...
Al-Akhawayn Museum is located in al-Malad historical Village in al-Bahah Province , in the southwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It is one of the area's prominent tourist attractions in the province. The museum comprises sections that showcase agricultural tools, woodworking, blacksmithing, and the traditional al-Bahah kitchen, complete with natural underground storage areas. It also highlights the rich heritage of al-Bahah Province. In addition to its exhibits, the museum trains chil...
Hlewa Heritage Market, also known as Hlewa Shops, is one of the traditional and commercial markets in Shaqra Governorate , located in Riyadh Province , in the center of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It was built in 1931 after the settlement of the Founding King Abdulaziz Bin Abdulrahman Al Saud. The market is one of the historical landmarks of Shaqra. Naming of Hlewa Heritage Market The Hlewa Heritage Market is known as Hlewa or Hlewa Shops, named after an orchard nearby called 'Hlwa , ...
Farasan Islands, located in Jazan Province in the southwestern part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , host numerous archaeological artifacts and sites dating back 1,400 years BCE. In collaboration with a French university, a Saudi scientific team announced the discovery of several artifacts from the second and third centuries. Among the artifacts discovered in 2022 were: - Roman shield: One of the rarest pieces, made of copper alloys. - Head of a small stone statue. - Roman 'Lorica Squamata...
Quba Mosque in al-Ahsa is one of the historical mosques in al-Ahsa Governorate in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It was built during the sixteenth century. The mosque is known for its architectural design inspired by al-Ahsa's architectural heritage. Quba Mosque was named after its large dome. It is frequently visited by worshippers, specifically during the Holy Month of Ramadan . Location of Quba Mosque in al-Ahsa The Historical Quba Mosque is located within the wal...
Al-Musayjid village is located in a region known as Buqaat Aazan, twenty-five km southeast of al-Da'ir Governorate, Jazan Province , southwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It is one of the villages of Bani Malik. The village is several hundred years old, as reported by the village's elderly. It consists of two squared towers of eight floors each. Rising approximately thirty m each, the towers are located at the village's center and are surrounded by shorter towers. Each of th...
Khuzam Palace in al-Hufuf is a historical palace located in al-Hufuf City, al-Ahsa Governorate , east of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It was built during the first years of the reign of Imam Saud Bin Abdulaziz Bin Mohammed Al Saud, the third Imam of the First Saudi State , in 1805. History of Khuzam Palace in al-Hufuf Khuzam Palace in al-Hufuf was built when Imam Saud Bin Abdulaziz Bin Mohammed Al Saud annexed al-Ahsa Province under Saudi rule. He ordered the construction of several forts and ...
Rijal Heritage Village is an archaeological village located in Rijal Alma Governorate , in Aseer Province , southwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It is located approximately forty-five km west of Abha City . Its adjacent buildings are made of stone. The city is around nine hundred years old. Architectural style of Rijal Heritage Village Rijal Heritage Village is known for its consistent stone construction. It comprises around sixty adjacent castles whose facades are covered with white crys...