Hijaz site
The Hejaz region is located in the western part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, i.e. along the Red Sea coast, and extends from the Jordanian-Saudi border in the north to the Asir region in the south. Thus, the types of geographical regions in the Hejaz are diverse, including mountainous, coastal, and desert regions.
The reason for naming the Hijaz
The origin of its name is that it is considered the barrier that separates the Tihama region from the Najd region.
Climate of Hijaz cities
The climate of the Hejaz is moderate, and temperatures may decrease as the altitude increases above sea level. The climate of the Hejaz is also affected by many global climate changes. It is noted that the average temperature in the Hejaz has risen rapidly over the past 30 years. The reasons that led to climate change include:
The spread of mountains and desert lands in areas surrounding the Hijaz region
scarcity of rainfall
persistent drought
Lack of vegetation
Guide to the best tourist cities in Hejaz
Riyadh
Mecca
Medina city
Taif Governorate
Tourist places in Riyadh
The multiplicity of tourist attractions in the city, in addition to the tourism sector’s continuous efforts to modernize and develop all tourism services, has pushed the name of Riyadh to the top of the lists of the most famous and prominent tourist cities.
Riyadh has become the most popular destination for millions of visitors from all over the world annually.
So if you want to take an exceptional vacation, a special holiday, or a recreational trip, here in the following lines is information about the most important things you should see in the city of Riyadh.
Best tourist places in Riyadh
List Valley Riyadh
Your visit to Lissan Valley will engrave in your memory happy images of enjoyable times spent in the most famous tourist attractions in Riyadh, as its walkway hosts many recreational events and activities that you will want to participate in.
You can also enjoy a unique shopping tour of the most famous local and international brands, as the complex offers the most famous brands with a variety of options.
National Museum of Saudi Arabia
It is located on the eastern side of King Abdullah Historical Center, Al-Murabba’ district, and was opened in 1999.
You can view its eight sections, which include many archaeological models. The museum also contains many archaeological pieces and artistic paintings, which will allow you to learn about the history and culture of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Be sure to visit the Man and Formation section, which includes a model of the Stone Age man, as well as the section of the Prophet’s mission and the section of Islam.
Kingdom Tower, Riyadh
The heart of Riyadh and the most famous symbol of its renaissance, it is located at the intersection of the three most famous main roads in Riyadh, in the Al-Ulaya district on King Fahd Road, and includes 99 floors, each floor pulsating with the most beautiful colors of life.
The tower was opened in 2002, becoming one of the most famous tourist and commercial centers in Riyadh and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The tower contains the second highest mosque in the world, King Abdullah II Mosque, which is about 183 meters above ground level.
The tower floors include many shops for the most luxurious local and international clothing and accessories brands, in addition to meeting rooms, residential apartments, an outdoor swimming pool, wedding halls, fitness centers, the Four Seasons Hotel, and many other high-end and luxurious entertainment facilities.
At the end of your tour of the tower, make sure to enjoy a panoramic view of Riyadh when you climb the suspension bridge.
Best tourist places in Mecca
Millions of visitors from all over the world come to visit the city of Makkah Al-Mukarramah annually, to experience many adventures and cultural, cultural, or spiritual experiences, as Makkah Al-Mukarramah contains many recreational, historical and cultural landmarks that make visitors fully aware of its national and cultural identity, which is reflected through its authentic popular markets and recreational landmarks.
Makkah Al-Mukarramah is the holiest city in the Islamic world, famous for its authentic Arab features that reach us from the depths of history. Makkah Al-Mukarramah is not only famous for its religious importance, but it has also become one of the most famous tourist cities in the Kingdom. In the following lines, we will take you on a journey to describe the most prominent tourist attractions in Makkah Al-Mukarramah.
Clock Tower Museum
This important archaeological and historical landmark in Makkah is managed by the Misk Charity Foundation. This distinctive museum has many features that make it a good historical and cultural choice. It is located on King Abdulaziz Road in the fourth tallest tower in the whole world, the Makkah Clock Tower, and overlooks the Grand Mosque directly. It is also famous for containing the largest clock in the world.
The primary mission of the four-storey museum is to satisfy the curiosity of its visitors and acquaint them with the most important information related to the universe, the Earth, and the solar system.
Don't forget to enjoy an unparalleled panoramic view of the Grand Mosque from the fourth floor balcony.
King Abdullah Park
One of the most famous tourist entertainment places in Makkah Al-Mukarramah, located in Al-Mashaer neighborhood opposite Al-Rajhi Mosque, it contains many services that facilitate its visitors to enjoy a quiet vacation and an ideal rest. It also extends over large areas containing many green trees and comfortable seating areas, all of which makes it the ideal choice for families to enjoy the most enjoyable times.
The park, as we mentioned earlier, offers many service facilities such as:
Parking spaces
Public baths
Seating areas
Food stalls
Water park
The most popular family-friendly entertainment destination is located on Al-Awali Road in Makkah. Visitors usually enjoy a variety of water and entertainment activities. It offers a variety of water games that suit all age groups such as pools of different depths, water balls for children, sprinklers, fountains, and slides.
Azizia Market
The most important market in Makkah Al-Mukarramah, located in Al-Aziziyah district on the road to the Grand Mosque, which certainly gave it great importance as it is on the road of pilgrims going from the Grand Mosque to the Mina area. You can have a unique and enjoyable shopping experience in its shops that offer various types of distinctive goods at prices suitable for everyone, in addition to the presence of many restaurants that are distinguished by offering the most delicious dishes and items such as Al-Tazaj, Al-Baik, and others.
Tourist places in Medina
Medina is located in the historical land of Hejaz and it contains the Hejaz station, which includes a railway that used to connect Medina to Damascus.
Medina is considered one of the most important tourist cities in the Kingdom and the most popular and attractive to visitors, as it includes landmarks and tourist attractions of various importance, including historical, religious, recreational, and natural.
As I mentioned before, Medina has great historical and religious importance for Muslims, especially since it is the second holiest place for them after Mecca, and this is due to several reasons.
The first capital in Islamic history
It contains the Quba Mosque, the first mosque in Islam.
It contains the Prophet's Mosque, which was built by the Prophet Muhammad, may God bless him and grant him peace.
It contains the Qiblatain Mosque, which has two minarets and two domes and is distinguished by its white colour.
The city includes Mount Uhud, where the historic Battle of Uhud took place.
The most important tourist places in Medina
Medina Museum
It is a government museum that introduces visitors to the heritage, culture, and history of Medina. It displays a wide range of artifacts, numbering approximately 2,000, all of which bear distinctive details that tell many stories about the ancient heritage and culture of Medina. In addition, the museum has visual exhibition halls that display distinctive and unique images of Medina.
Holy Quran Exhibition
It was opened in 2015 AD, and the Holy Quran Exhibition is held in the Prophet’s Mosque compound under the supervision of Samaya Holding Company and under the patronage of the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs.
The museum uses many advanced educational methods to achieve many goals.
Knowing the history of the Great Quran
Calling people to learn and teach the Holy Quran
Working to consolidate the concept and meanings of the Holy Quran
Showing the greatness of the Book of God Almighty and the importance of glorifying it
Khaybar Museum
Khaybar Museum is one of the most famous museums in Medina. It is located in the Khaybar Governorate of Medina. It extends over a large area and contains many old tools for Arab hospitality, such as coal tongs, coffee pots, and fire bellows. The museum displays many pieces of old weapons that were previously used in wars, such as daggers, swords, guns, and many other authentic artifacts that will acquaint visitors with the history and civilization of Medina.
The Prophet's Mosque
It is one of the largest and most important mosques in the world. The Messenger, may God bless him and grant him peace, built it in the year 1 AH, making it the second mosque built in Islam after the Quba Mosque.
Quba Mosque
The first mosque built in Islam, so it holds great importance in the hearts of Muslims, and the Messenger, may God bless him and grant him peace, laid the first foundation stone in the mosque.
Mount Uhud
It is located in the north of Medina. The importance and fame of Mount Uhud is due to the fact that the second Muslim invasion took place on its land during the era of the Messenger, may God bless him and grant him peace. It is also one of the highest and largest mountains in Medina.
International City Market
The market is located on Sultana Commercial Street, close to the Prophet’s Mosque. It is one of the largest markets in Medina with low prices. It includes more than 136 shops that display various types of goods and products, such as clothing for women, men and children, in addition to accessory shops, watches and much more.
Taif Governorate
One of the largest governorates of Makkah Al-Mukarramah, it is considered the summer capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia because it is an attraction for millions of visitors, especially in the summer, as it enjoys a moderate and cool climate in the summer.
Taif is famous for the variety and richness of the festivals that are organized and held there, such as the annual Taif Festival and the Al Hada Festival. Thus, it has combined various important elements of tourism, from rich natural landmarks and heritage sites rich in antiquities, to its entertainment activities full of joy and happiness.
Tourist places in Taif Governorate
Al Hada area
It is one of the best tourist places that a large number of visitors head towards to enjoy the natural and recreational landmarks, as the area is filled with green natural parks and recreational gardens surrounded by diverse natural terrain. It is a mountainous area with a fertile valley at its foot.
There are amusement parks in the place that contain different types of games suitable for all ages and tastes, and visitors can also practice skating in one of the skating rinks.
Visitors can experience a variety of delicious and tasty foods in one of the restaurants and cafes.
Don't miss out on an unforgettable adventure by riding the Al Hada cable car, which extends for about 4.2 km. It will definitely be an exciting adventure.
Marwan Castle
Marwan Castle is located in the northeastern part of Taif on the eastern bank of Wadi Lih, i.e. at the top of Marwan Mountain. It was built of solid stone at the beginning of the year 12 AH.
Shebra Palace
It is located in the Shubra district and is one of the most important tourist places in Taif. It took about two years to build. It was a summer headquarters for the government at the beginning of its history, then it became a museum of antiquities and heritage by 1995.
The museum has four facades, interspersed with several columns of stone and lime, while the windows and doors are made of wood.
The museum contains many ancient drawings and antiquities found in the Taif region, some of which date back to the Islamic era and others to the pre-Islamic era.
The palace is characterised by its architectural style, which combines both the Roman and Islamic styles, with touches of traditional Hijazi architecture.
Okaz Market Taif
The market usually attracts a large number of tourists from all over the world, as it is one of the most famous traditional and popular markets in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Okaz Market is located in the Al-Rabwa Al-Sharqiya district in Taif, and extends over an area of more than 260,000 square meters.
The market dates back to the 6th century AD and hosts many recreational and cultural activities and events, such as plays and entertainment activities that suit different tastes and ages.
Visitors can try many types of local Saudi food such as Kabsa, Mandi, and Mashawi.