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Archaeological and Historical Sites

Saudi Arabia's historical landscape features UNESCO World Heritage sites, ancient Nabataean ruins, and Ottoman-era fortifications. This collection includes the mud-brick architecture of At-Turaif in Diriyah, the coral stone buildings of historic Jeddah, and the rock-cut tombs of Hegra. These landmarks represent centuries of history, from the Kindah Kingdom’s capital at Qaryat al-Faw to the strategic desert castles of Tabuk and Ha’il, showcasing the architectural evolution of the Arabian Peninsula.

Archaeological and Historical Sites — Χάρτης
A

At-Turaif District in ad-Dir'iyah

A UNESCO World Heritage site and the original seat of power for the House of Saud. It features well-preserved mud-brick palaces and administrative buildings in the traditional Najdi architectural style.
Richard.hargas / CC BY-SA 4.0
B

Al-Hijr Archaeological Site (Madâin Sâlih)

Hegra, also known as Mada’in Salih, is an archaeological site located in the area of Al-'Ula within Medina Province in the Hejaz region,…
C

Historic Jeddah, the Gate to Makkah

Also known as Al-Balad, this UNESCO site is characterized by its distinctive coral stone architecture and ornate wooden Roshan balconies. It served for centuries as the primary gateway for pilgrims traveling to Makkah.
D

Qishla

The Qishla of Jeddah is a historical edifice in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, built in 1525 to be a military castle of the Ottoman army.
E

Al Ula Old town

An abandoned settlement of nearly 900 mud-brick houses and 400 shops dating back to the 12th century. The town was built along the ancient incense trade route and remained inhabited until the 1980s.
F

Tabuk Castle

An Ottoman-era fortress originally constructed in 1559. It served as a protective outpost for pilgrims on the Hajj route and now houses a museum with artifacts spanning pre-Islamic to modern eras.
G

Qaryat al-Faw (residential area)

The former capital of the Kindah Kingdom, located on the edge of the Empty Quarter. Excavations have revealed a sophisticated urban center with residential districts, markets, temples, and advanced irrigation systems.
H

Jawatha mosque

Jawatha Mosque, also incorrectly spelled Al-Jawan, is located in the historic Jawatha area, about 12 km northeast of Hofuf, Al-Ahsa, Saudi…
I

Mueleh Fortress

A massive 16th-century Ottoman fortification located near the Red Sea coast. It was built to secure the Egyptian Hajj road and features a large courtyard surrounded by defensive walls and towers.
AhmadElq / CC BY-SA 4.0
J

Tarout Castle

Tarut Castle, also known as Tarut Palace, Tarut Fort, Portuguese Fort, or simply "The Fort," is an archaeological site
K

Murraba Palace

Constructed in 1937 as the residence and administrative center for King Abdulaziz. The two-story mud-brick palace is now a museum displaying royal clothing, photographs, and historical documents.
L

Zabal Castle

A defensive fortification situated on a sandstone peak in Sakaka. While the current structure is approximately 200 years old, it was built upon much older Nabataean and Roman foundations.
M

A'Arif Fort

A 17th-century mud-brick citadel located on a strategic hilltop in Ha'il. It was used for city defense and as a lookout for the Ramadan moon sighting.
N

Marid Castle

A stone fortress in Dumat al-Jandal dating back to the 1st century AD. It features four circular towers and high walls overlooking the ancient settlement and its irrigation systems.
At-Turaif District in ad-Dir'iyah
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Al-Hijr Archaeological Site (Madâin Sâlih)
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Historic Jeddah, the Gate to Makkah

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