The Saudi city of Al-Baha is famous for its natural beauty, with large green areas, forests, and valleys. It is called by many names such as the Switzerland of the East, the Hijaz Garden, the Oasis of Singing, the Village of Mecca, and the Southern City of Fog. It is located in the southwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
It is considered one of the most important tourist destinations in the summer in particular. It is because Al-Baha nature shines in its most beautiful colors during this season.
The city also enjoys a gorgeous climate throughout the year. If you love nature, you will find parks, villages and waterfalls in Al-Baha City. ln addition to museums, resorts and all the services that you may need during the trip.
We will provide you with a list of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Al-Baha city in the following lines.
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Raghdan Forest Park in the Saudi City of Al-Baha
Introducing the Park
It is one of the most beautiful tourist areas in Saudi Arabia in general and in the city of Al-Baha in particular. It is famous for its natural landscapes due to its privileged location at the top of the Raghadan Forest, which gives the park its special charm, as the desert environment embraces the green landscapes.
Available Services
The park provides tourists with the necessary safety and camping supplies. There are about 50 villas where hotel services are available so that visitors who love nature can enjoy their trip.
The Khert Al-Baha Forrest
Introducing Khert Al-Baha Saudi City Forrest
It is distinguished by the beauty of nature and its unique location. It is filled with various trees such as juniper trees, acacia and wild olive trees. The place is also covered with green areas and various plants.
The Khert Al-Baha park
Introducing Khert Al-Baha Saudi City Park
It is one of the favorite tourist destinations for many in the Saudi city of Al-Baha. It attracts nature lovers with its large green areas, water ponds and waterfalls. It is surrounded by rock formations that highlight the beauty of the garden.
Available Services
There are lounges, seating, children’s play area, and running tracks.
Prince Muhammad Bin Saud Park
Introducing the Garden
It has a beautiful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for visitors in the summer. The park provides a lot of services such as cabins for families and children’s playgrounds and green areas.
Prince Hussam Park
Introducing the Garden
It is one of the suitable tourist destinations for families in the center of the Saudi city of Al-Baha. It represents a tourist resort on an area of 150 thousand square meters. It features green spaces, waterfalls, artificial lakes, and fountains.
Available Services
There is a train car with a capacity of 55 persons, a parking lot for 500 cars, a theater, kiosks, shops, an interactive fountain, and a children’s play area. For people who are interested in sports, there is a path for exercise and cycling.
Prince Mishari Bin Saud Park
Introducing the Garden
This park is located northwest of the Saudi city of Al-Baha. Falls by Mhata rocks and ponds were used in the past as a source of water. You will find different kinds of trees such as juniper trees, wild olive and acacia.
The Ancient Village of Dhi Ain
Introducing the Village
It dates back to the eighth century AD. It is famous for being an important tourist destination in the southwest of the Saudi city of Al-Baha. Its name originates from a spring of water flowing continuously from the nearby mountains, as the mountains surround the village from three sides.
Available Services
The village has landscaping and monumental construction where there are 312 multi-storey houses built of polished stones.
The Upper Mountain of Shada Park
Introducing the Park
The park is located southwest of the Saudi city of Al-Baha, between the cities of Qalwah and Al- Makhwah . If you love the quiet atmosphere, you will enjoy your time in this park amidst the beauty of nature. In addition to the vast green spaces, the park contains various types of trees, palms, and rare wildlife such as the Arabian leopard.
A House Inside a Rock in Shada Mountain
There are houses and artworks inside the granite rocks at the top of the mountain, and there are still 30 homes where residents live.
A rock in the Shape of a Skull
Although it is difficult to reach that rock due to the nature of the mountains, many people go to see this rock that resembles a human skull. The area is filled with many fossils and is considered a geological museum.
Al-Baha Saudi City Museum
Introducing the Museum
The museum is concerned with the history and heritage of the Saudi city of Al-Baha. It is one of the tourist destinations that visitors are keen not to miss. The doors are open to the public from eight in the morning until two in the afternoon, and from four in the afternoon until nine in the evening.
Museum Contents
It consists of 4 halls where there are artifacts from both thr Islamic times and modern history. There are collections related to the environmental heritage of the area and items used in daily life.
Doss Heritage Museum
Introducing the Museum
The museum is specializing in the local heritage of the Saudi city of Al-Baha. It was opened in 2014.
Sheikh Muhammad bin Musabah Museum
Introducing the Museum
The museum’s holdings will get you to know the Saudi Queen family through the family library photos. You will find coins, silver, jewelry, weapons and old clothes. All this in addition to the agricultural tools, such as weights and measures, and copper.
Al- Shamlani Heritage Museum
It is an archaeological museum, one of the oldest museums in the Saudi city of Al-Baha. It includes many ancient legacies such as agricultural tools, folkloric clothing, rare coins and handicrafts. You will find all of this displayed inside the museum, which still maintains its old form.
Raghdan Forest Park
Available Services
It is located on a cliff near the city center. In addition to the green spaces, the park provides a lot of services for tourists, such as barbecue and seating areas and children’s playgrounds.
Theme Park and Funnel Carriages
Introducing the Park
It is considered one of the largest forests in the Saudi city of Al-Baha.
Available Services
There is a cable car which attracts many tourists. There is a dam that supplies water to the green area. The park provides many services for visitors, in addition to an area designated for children.
El Khalf and Khalef Road
They are two ancient cities, only 2 km from each other where Kufic inscriptions, ancient neighborhoods, and 27 manuscripts were found. They are dating back to the first Hijri centuries. If you like learning about ancient history, this is an opportunity not to miss when visiting Al-Baha.
Elephants Road
It is linked in the minds to the story of the demolition of the Kaaba. The road is considered one of the most important archaeological sites in the Saudi city of Al-Baha and is located 75 km from the Al-Baha region.
Despite being an ancient road, it is characterized by being well paved so that the army could walk alongside elephants, horses and war equipment. You can see the road from the village of Al-Hid and the north of the village of Al-Baitha.
Baljurashi Governorate
Introducing the Governorate
It is located in the southwest of the Saudi city of Al-Baha. It is a summer resort in the mountains. Many forests are green throughout the year, as the city’s atmosphere is moderate, whether in summer or winter, unlike most Saudi Arabia cities.
Al Shakran Garden
It is considered one of the most beautiful parks in Baljurashi and it was originally called Al-Sakran. It includes designated areas for families and waterfalls, whether natural or artificial. It has a walkway, theater, children’s playground, markets and restaurants.
Al-Baha National Park
it’s a beautiful park in Baljurashi Governorate. It is characterized by the beauty of nature and the abundance of green areas. If you are planning to visit Baljurashi in the future, then the recommended time of the year is from mid-August until late September as the weather is usually ideal.
Al-Baha City Center
It is considered one of the most famous commercial centers in Al-Baha and has a group of luxurious hotels to stay in during your trip.
Available Services
There are shops, restaurants, cafes, parks, gardens, lounges, and many amenities for the luxurious traveler.
The city is famous for its beautiful forests as well.
Here’s a List of the Most Famous Forests in the Courtyard.
The Forest of Wadi Al- Shaer
It is a beautiful forest located 33 km north of the Saudi city of Al-Baha.
The Forest of the Graces
It is located 1 km from Al-Baha.
The Ghamsan Forest
It is 54 km from Al-Baha city and has olive and juniper trees.
Shahba Forest
It is only 3 km from Al-Baha and is considered one of the most important forests in the region.
Forest Barrah
It is 83 km from the city of Al-Baha.
Bani Forest
It is 20 km away from the city of Al-Baha.
Here’s a List of the Most Famous Valleys of the Saudi City of Al-Baha:
Muld Valley
It is 3 km from the city of Al-Baha and is distinguished by the Muld Dam’s presence, surrounded by dense trees on all sides. It is also the favorite destination for many in the summer.
Wadi Fiq
It is 8 km from Al-Baha and is famous for the green orchards located on the slopes of the mountains around the valley with juniper trees.
General Tips for Travellers
Watch Folklore
The city of Al-Baha is famous for its many folk arts such as play, Al- Meshabani and ( mountain roads ) held in the mountains.
Try the Local Food of the Saudi City of Al-Baha
The city of Al-Baha has a lot of popular dishes known among the residents of the region such as daghbees, souika, disc miffa, porridge, and fatteh ghee and honey.
Visit Al-Baha Market
Tuesday Market is one of the most important markets in Al-Baha. The vendors are locals, stock and products and crafts also come from local manufacturers. Among the products traded in the market are: Kadi, honey and basil. Textiles, wickerwork and even household items, birds and livestock are sold.
Rent a Car
A car will facilitate transportation between different tourist destinations.
In addition to the presence of various mountains, valleys and forests, Al-Baha is known for many institutions, whether social or educational.
It is difficult to find a tourist city like Al-Baha that offers you many different tourist places. Thus, you will definitely enjoy your trip to Al-Baha.
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