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Al-Kateb Palace or al-Kateb House Palace in Taif. (Saudipedia)
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Al-Kateb Palace

Al-Kateb Palace, also known as al-Kateb House, is one of the historical palaces in Taif Governorate, affiliated with Makkah al-Mukarramah Province, west of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is considered a historical landmark of Taif City. The palace was also called "an-Niyabah Palace" because King Faisal Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, during his tenure as Deputy King in Hejaz, resided there during the summer months.

Al-Kateb Palace or al-Kateb House Palace in Taif. (Saudipedia)
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Al-Kateb Palace, also known as al-Kateb House, is one of the historical palaces in Taif Governorate , affiliated with Makkah al-Mukarramah Province , west of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It is considered a historical landmark of Taif City. The palace was also called 'an-Niyabah Palace' because King Faisal Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud , during his tenure as Deputy King in Hejaz, resided there during the summer months. History of al-Kateb Palace The construction of al-Kateb Palace began in 18...

Nassif House, where King Abdulaziz stayed in 1925. (SPA)
Economy and Business

Tourism in Makkah al-Mukarramah Province

Tourism in Makkah al-Mukarramah Province holds special importance as it is the home to the Grand Mosque and the holy sites visited by millions of Muslims every year. The province is distinguished by several natural, cultural, historical, and heritage elements, and service infrastructure.

Nassif House, where King Abdulaziz stayed in 1925. (SPA)
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Tourism in Makkah al-Mukarramah Province holds special importance as it is the home to the Grand Mosque and the holy sites visited by millions of Muslims every year. The province is distinguished by several natural, cultural, historical, and heritage elements, and service infrastructure. Makkah al-Mukarramah Province is located in the west of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , at the intersection of latitudes 21°25′ N and longitudes 39°49′ E. Makkah al-Mukarramah City is the administrative hea...

Imaginary depiction of Othman al-Mudaifi. (King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah))
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Othman al-Mudaifi

Othman Bin Abdulrahman al-Mudaifi al-Adwani was the governor of Taif and Hejaz during the era of the First Saudi State and one of its prominent military leaders. He spent eleven years leading the armies of the Saudi State in the western Arabian Peninsula, successfully bringing its towns and tribes under Saudi rule.

Imaginary depiction of Othman al-Mudaifi. (King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah))
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Othman Bin Abdulrahman al-Mudaifi al-Adwani was the governor of Taif and Hejaz during the era of the First Saudi State and one of its prominent military leaders. He spent eleven years leading the armies of the Saudi State in the western Arabian Peninsula, successfully bringing its towns and tribes under Saudi rule. Lineage and life of Othman al-Mudaifi Othman al-Mudaifi belonged to the Adwan tribe. Historical sources do not provide details about his childhood or his exact birth date, except tha...

King Faisal Bin Abdulaziz.
Royal Family

Faisal Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud

King Faisal Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud (1906-1975) was the third king of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the third son of King Abdulaziz. He ascended to the throne in 1964, succeeding his brother, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz. He remained king for eleven years before his assassination in 1975. King Faisal was known for his positions in defense of Arab causes, the unity of the Arab world, and advocating for Islamic solidarity. He was followed in rule by King Khalid Bin Abdulaziz.

King Faisal Bin Abdulaziz.
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King Faisal Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud (1906-1975) was the third king of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the third son of King Abdulaziz . He ascended to the throne in 1964, succeeding his brother, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz . He remained king for eleven years before his assassination in 1975. King Faisal was known for his positions in defense of Arab causes, the unity of the Arab world, and advocating for Islamic solidarity. He was followed in rule by King Khalid Bin Abdulaziz . King Faisal Bin Abdula...

Aerial photo of the Grand Mosque. (Saudipedia)
Geography

Makkah al-Mukarramah Province

Makkah al-Mukarramah Province (romanized: Minṭaqat Makkat al Mukarramah) is one of the thirteen administrative provinces in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and comes fourth among the Kingdom’s provinces in terms of area. It is bordered to the east by Riyadh Province, to the north by al-Madinah al-Munawwarah Province, to the south by Aseer and al-Bahah Provinces, and to the west by the Red Sea, and Makkah al-Mukarramah City is its administrative capital and the seat of its emirate.

Aerial photo of the Grand Mosque. (Saudipedia)
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Makkah al-Mukarramah Province  (romanized:  Minṭaqat Makkat al Mukarramah ) is one of the thirteen administrative provinces in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and comes fourth among the Kingdom’s provinces in terms of area. It is bordered to the east by Riyadh Province, to the north by al-Madinah al-Munawwarah Province, to the south by Aseer and al-Bahah Provinces, and to the west by the Red Sea, and Makkah al-Mukarramah City is its administrative capital and the seat of its emirate. After t...

Shanqal Fortress; a historical fort in the Makkah al-Mukarramah Province. (SPA)
Geography

Turbah Governorate

Turbah Governorate (romanized: Muḥāfad͟hat Turubah) is a governorate in the southern part of the Makkah al-Mukarramah Province in the western of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, about 150 km from Taif. Part of the Upper Najd Plateau, it has a desert climate; cold in winter and hot in summer.

Shanqal Fortress; a historical fort in the Makkah al-Mukarramah Province. (SPA)
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Turbah Governorate  (romanized: Muḥāfad͟hat Turubah ) is a governorate in the southern part of the Makkah al-Mukarramah Province in the western of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, about 150 km from Taif. Part of the Upper Najd Plateau, it has a desert climate; cold in winter and hot in summer. History and designation of Turbah Turbah’s history extends all the way back to pre-Islamic times, and many accounts exist of its origin and name. It is the first town in Wadi Turbah to host a populatio...

One of the events at the Janadriyah Festival. (SPA)
Culture

List of Ten Saudi Festivals

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia annually organizes a number of events and festivals to stimulate tourism both domestically and internationally, and to promote the cultural and civilizational heritage of the Kingdom. Here is a list of ten festivals that have been held or are held in the Kingdom:

One of the events at the Janadriyah Festival. (SPA)
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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia annually organizes a number of events and festivals to stimulate tourism both domestically and internationally, and to promote the cultural and civilizational heritage of the Kingdom. Here is a list of ten festivals that have been held or are held in the Kingdom: 'Janadriyah' National Heritage and Culture Festival The 'Janadriyah' National Heritage and Culture Festival is one of the oldest festivals in the Kingdom, launched in Riyadh City in 1985....

Othman al-Sini
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Othman al-Sini

Othman Mahmoud al-Sini (born in 1955) is a Saudi writer, critic, and researcher. He is the chairman of the board of directors of the Intangible Heritage Association and editor-in-chief of the Saudi al-Watan Newspaper. He has been working in the Saudi press field for nearly three decades. He was appointed editor-in-chief of "al-Majalla al-Arabia" and worked as secretary of Taif Literary Club.

Othman al-Sini
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Othman Mahmoud al-Sini (born in 1955) is a Saudi writer, critic, and researcher. He is the chairman of the board of directors of the Intangible Heritage Association and editor-in-chief of the Saudi al-Watan Newspaper. He has been working in the Saudi press field for nearly three decades. He was appointed editor-in-chief of 'al-Majalla al-Arabia' and worked as secretary of Taif Literary Club. Upbringing and education of Othman al-Sini Othman al-Sini is born in Makkah al-Mukarramah , we...

Rock carvings depicting cattle with curved and twisted horns. (SPA)
History

Hima Al-Nomoor

Hima Al-Nomoor is an archaeological site located in Makkah Al-Mukarramah Province in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is situated on the northeastern and northwestern edges of Al-Hada Center in Taif Governorate. The site features ancient rock carvings and inscriptions, with over ninety drawings and inscriptions discovered, including Thamudic inscriptions and early Islamic inscriptions dating back to the first centuries of the Hijra. The inscriptions are concentrated around a water outlet that serves as a tributary to the main valley, one of the valleys of Al-Hada Mountains, extending from west to east.

Rock carvings depicting cattle with curved and twisted horns. (SPA)
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Hima Al-Nomoor is an archaeological site located in Makkah Al-Mukarramah Province in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It is situated on the northeastern and northwestern edges of Al-Hada Center in Taif Governorate . The site features ancient rock carvings and inscriptions, with over ninety drawings and inscriptions discovered, including Thamudic inscriptions and early Islamic inscriptions dating back to the first centuries of the Hijra. The inscriptions are concentrated around a water outlet that ...

Crown Prince Camel Festival races held in Taif. (Saudipedia)
Culture

Crown Prince Camel Festival

The Crown Prince Camel Festival is a camel race held in Taif Governorate in Makkah Al-Mukarramah Province, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It was launched by the General Sports Authority (currently the Ministry of Sport) in its first edition in 2018, with the participation of athletes from around the world. The race track consists of seven lanes, with a width of forty m at the starting point and twelve m at the finish line, and is the largest in terms of the number of laps.

Crown Prince Camel Festival races held in Taif. (Saudipedia)
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The Crown Prince Camel Festival is a camel race held in Taif Governorate in Makkah Al-Mukarramah Province , Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It was launched by the General Sports Authority (currently the Ministry of Sport ) in its first edition in 2018, with the participation of athletes from around the world. The race track consists of seven lanes, with a width of forty m at the starting point and twelve m at the finish line, and is the largest in terms of the number of laps. Choosing Taif as headqua...

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