"Turkish History and Ancient Ages" Al `Ula by Manyana

Al `Ula Travel Guide: 42 reviews and 148 photos

History and Ancient Civilizations

- al-Ula history goes back to further than the Ottoman colony. It was ruled by several ancient kingdoms; such as Daidan, Kingdom of Lahyan, Maen State, Nabateans and other.
- Known among it people as the Bride of Mountains.
- Believed that Prophet Mohammed passed by it on his way to Tabuk Battle.
- It was the town of Jamil Buthaina (an ancient Arab poet who went crazy for the cause of love)
- Small town but big for sightseeings.
- Well-known for agriculture and water springs such as al-Adilia, az-Zahra, Sahla, al-Barakah and many other. So it's a good spot for growing palms and fruits trees.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Historically interesting
Cons:no entertainment spots
In a nutshell:Discovery Channel

Last visit to Al `Ula: Dec 2004
Intro Updated Jun 15, 2005
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Reviews (7)

Mada'in Salih Things to Do (4)

al-Ula acts as the main doorway to Mada'in Salih; the historical and touristic spot. It takes around 30 minutes to get... more travel advice

Jump into a Bus or Car Transportation (1)

al-Ula is a small town. The best way to get there is by a couch or your own car. It takes about 8 hours from Jeddah, 4... more travel advice

the Old al-Ula Things to Do (4)

The actual town of al-Ula is divided into two parts regardless how small both are. The modern one and the old al-Ula.... more travel advice

Elegant and Traditional Stay Hotels (1)

This hotel is the only accommodation available for tourists visiting Mada'in Salih or al-Ula city. Actually, it's even... more travel advice

Sports & Outdoors (1)
Sandsurfing on Historical Hills

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Written Jul 6, 2005

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Jim_Eliason Sep 12, 2006 at 4:43 PM

Thanks for taking me on a tour of this distant land!
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JLBG Apr 15, 2006 at 10:06 PM

A fscinating page. You should tell us more on sand surfing!
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iwys Jan 27, 2006 at 4:51 AM

Great page, great tips. I will be coming back to Saudi again this year, and i will definitely visit here.
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arabian10 Oct 22, 2005 at 12:05 AM

i thought the train was going to create resting places and new sources for the bedouins, and why Saudi didn't reopen it ?? I don't think bedouins will bomb it again :-)
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DaDrifter Jun 27, 2005 at 10:33 AM

Interesting piece of history ... Sand surfing sounds like fun ... nice picture of the hotel entrance :)
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freya_heaven Jun 15, 2005 at 2:18 PM

Such a shame about the trains not running, Would have been a wonderful way to travel through the area. Lovely photos. (~_~)