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Al-Nusb Mosque is a heritage mosque built in the Sarat architectural style in Abha City at the beginning of the eighteenth century. It is one of the oldest mosques in Aseer Province . Prayers had ceased to be held in the mosque for a period before being resumed in 1999. History of al-Nusb Mosque The construction of al-Nusb Mosque, located in al-Nusb Neighborhood in central Abha City, Aseer Province, dates back to 1690. Mohammed Al Mufreh I built it, and his family members have cared for it sinc...

Mardhiyyah Heritage Palace is a historical landmark in al-Ahsa Governorate in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, located about thirteen km east of al-Hufuf City. The palace holds historical and national significance, as historical sources indicate that the founding King Abdulaziz Bin Abdulrahman Al Saud stayed in it during his visit to al-Ahsa, in addition to its heritage and architectural importance. Location of Mardhiyyah Heritage Palace Mardhiyyah Heritage Palace is located...

Al-Towaim Mosque is one of the mosques included in the first phase of the Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Project for the Development of Historical Mosques . It is a historical mosque established to the north of al-Towaim, a town affiliated with al-Majma'ah Governorate in Riyadh Province , Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, during the fourteenth century. It is considered one of the oldest landmarks of the town. Historical importance of al-Towaim Mosque Al-Towaim Mosque gains its historical importance fro...

Al-Akkas Village is one of the historic villages in Aseer Province , located southwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. With a history spanning over three hundred years, it is considered one of the oldest heritage villages. The village features military forts and approximately fifty traditional houses and buildings. Geographic location of al-Akkas Village Al-Akkas Village is located west of Abha City , surrounded by a valley called Tahlal Valley, with Ashran Valley Dam overlooking the area. Cons...

The Old Emirate Palace in Ar'ar is a historic palace located in Ar'ar City in Northern Borders Province , the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It was built during the reign of King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud in 1954 to serve as the residence of the province’s governor. Area of the Old Emirate Palace in Ar'ar The Old Emirate Palace, located in the center of Ar'ar City, spans an area of 1,485 m 2 . Built as a single-story structure in a curved design, the palace features offices for...

Musa Bin Nusayr Castle, also known as AlUla Castle, is a historic castle located in AlUla Governorate , in al-Madinah al-Munawwarah Province , the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Dating back to the sixth century BCE, it is one of the oldest structures in the ancient city of AlUla, situated along the fertile valley following the reign of various kingdoms and states. It was strategically built on an elevated location at the center of the houses of AlUla Old Town, which comprises nine hundred homes, with...

The Glass Bottle from the Ninth Century is an archaeological artifact made from a thin, semi-transparent glass paste with a vitreous coating, tending to a light green hue. It was discovered in the historic area of al-Rabatha, located approximately two hundred km east of al-Madinah al-Munawwarah , on the edge of the western Hejaz Mountains in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The glass bottle features a long, narrow neck that widens slightly as it rises, ending with a flared rim. It has two added, tw...

The Bronze Oil Lamp from the Third Century is an archaeological artifact made of bronze, dating back to the third century. It was used for lighting and was discovered in the archaeological Qaryat al-Faw , located southeast of‏ Wadi ad-Dawasir in Riyadh Province , Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The bronze oil lamp has a lid with a small perforated handle. Its handle consists of two arms attached to the lamp's shoulder, extending outward and then curving upward, resembling a scorpion’s fork. T...

The Ceramic Jar Made of Yellow Pottery was discovered in the ‏archaeological Qaryat al-Faw , one of the Saudi sites rich in antiquities. The site is located at the intersection of Wadi ad-Dawasir and Tuwaiq Mountains , southeast of Wadi ad-Dawasir Governorate in Riyadh Province , the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The ceramic jar is somewhat coarse in texture, with a flat base and a slightly elevated neck that extends from the jar’s walls and curves inward. It features an outward-flaring rim and ...

Ghars Well is one of the wells of al-Madinah al-Munawwarah , also known as al-Aghras Well. It was named after the Arabic word ' Ghars ,' which refers to planting palms and trees. The well is located in Qurban area, east of Quba Mosque , near the intersection of al-Hijra Road and Ali Bin Abi Talib Street, approximately 1,500 m from Quba Mosque. History of Ghars Well Ghars Well is one of the significant wells in al-Madinah al-Munawwarah . Historical sources state it was one of the wells...

Al-Daho Neighborhood is a heritage neighborhood located in the heart of Riyadh City , the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, within the Qasr al-Hukm District. It is considered one of the city's old neighborhoods. Historical significance of al-Daho Neighborhood The importance of al-Daho Neighborhood lies in its status as the last remaining historic neighborhood within the walls of old Riyadh City. With a history spanning over two hundred years, it reflects the traditional construction ...

Al Khalaf Village is a heritage village located in Sarat Abidah Governorate in Aseer Province , southwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It was built approximately five hundred years ago. Location and area of Al Khalaf Village Al Khalaf Village is located 120 km from Abha City , the administrative capital of Aseer Province. The village spans an area of approximately ten km 2 . The architecture of Al Khalaf is characterized by uniformity in its building styles and harmony with the surrounding a...