Madain Saleh

Al-Madain Saleh is an archaeological site known as the "City of Stone" and is mentioned in the Holy Quran as the dwelling place of the Thamud people, to whom the prophet Saleh (peace be upon him) was sent. It is considered one of the most important Nabatean cities after Petra and was influenced by Nabatean civilization until its fall in 106 CE.

Location of Al-Madain Saleh:

Al-Madain Saleh is located in the northwestern part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in the Al-Ula Governorate, which is part of the Al-Hijaz region in the Arabian Peninsula.

Al-Madain Saleh from Within:

Al-Madain Saleh is characterized by 153 carved rock facades and numerous Islamic artifacts, including castles and the Hejaz Railway, which connected Anatolia to Al-Hijaz. It is believed that the civilization of Al-Madain Saleh persisted until the late 14th century AD.

The inscriptions and writings in this area vary, including those in Southern Arabic, Nabatean, Lihyanite, Latin, and Islamic languages. As for sculptures, Al-Madain Saleh is famous for the carving of tombs, which are not ordinary buildings but rather hewn into the sandstone rocks.

In 2008, Al-Madain Saleh was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Visiting Hours of Al-Madain Saleh:

Visiting hours for Al-Madain Saleh vary from time to time. It is advisable to check the website of the Saudi Ministry of Tourism for more precise information on visiting hours.

Entrance Fee to Al-Madain Saleh:

The entrance fee to Al-Madain Saleh is 10 Saudi Riyals.