A sight of baboons, I call it monkeys of the mountains is quite an interesting thing during your travel through the high ranges of Saudi Arabia. Large herds of baboons are found in the mountain ranges of the Asir region. Baboons, though, are powerful and aggressive animals, they are so friendly to humans and come …
King Fahad Dam (Sadh Malik Fahad) in Bishah is the biggest dam in Saudi Arabia with a capacity of 325 million cubic meters. Around 50 km from Bishah City Center, the dam could be one of the best sites to visit around Bishah. Saudi Arabia is said to have a total of 190 dams as …
Jabal Soodah is the highest peak in Saudi Arabia with 2,995 meters (10,848 feet) in height. Part of the Asir mountain ranges, it boasts some of the most dramatic views in Saudi Arabia. The coolest place and one of the most vegetated area in the Kingdom. Asir mountains have a milder climate due to its …
Abha, the capital city of Asir Province, lies in the Sarawat mountain range in the southwestern part of Saudi Arabia. Garlanded by the mesmeric enchantment of nature, ancient tribal villages, and settlements, and gifted with appealing weather, Abha is the queen of Saudi cities. With the presence of unspoiled wilderness, Abha attracts travelers and tourists …
Asir Province is located at southwest of Saudi Arabia and is a border province with Yemen. It has the highest mountains and receives more rainfall than any other provinces in the country. The foggy highlands provide an interesting ecosystem for the coniferous trees to grow in abundance. Dense forests, cool temperatures, and steep mountains standing …
One of the unspoiled wilderness in the Kingdom, the Asir National Park is the first national park in Saudi Arabia with an area of around 1,600 square kilometers. An abode of over 300 species of birds, the park was opened during the last quarter of 1980. 67 campsites and 45 picnic sites are marked in …
