Tuesday, August 6, 2024
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At the 46 th annual session of UNESCO World Heritage Committee, arranged in
New Delhi, India, the committee recorded the Cultural Landscape of Al-Faw
Archaeological Area, Saudi Arabia, on the World Heritage List.
This highlights the eighth World Heritage inscription of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,
a witness to the continuing commitment of the country toward conserving its rich
cultural heritage.
Here, early 12,000 archaeological remains have been discovered, spanning from
prehistoric times to the Late pre-Islamic age. Archaeological features include the
Palaeolithic and Neolithic tools of primitive humans, pointed structures, cairns
and circular constructions, Khashm Qaryah – the holy mountain, funerary tumuli
and cairns in the valley, rock carvings, the oasis and its old water management
system, and the ruins of the city of Qaryat al-Faw.
How to reach: Flynas Airlines and Flyadeal have flight services on this route,
offering a convenient access to reach this historic site. One can hire a car or else
can take a cab from Al Jawf to Al-Faw. Basra (BSR) is the nearest airport to Al-Faw.
One can drive from Basra (BSR) to Al-Faw in 1h 55m.
Best Hotels: To enjoy a true experience, old-styled guesthouses near Al-Faw, will
provide old décor, local gastronomy, and cultural activities. Boudl Wadi Al
Dawasir, Rest Night Hotel Apartments, Nakhil Moon Serviced Apartments and
others are some of the hotels that can be found in the Wadi Ad-Dawasir region of
Saudi Arabia.
Other things to see: Alhazem Park, Mosque of Al Mutrif, Old Emirate Palace,
Alhazem Garden are few additional attractions that one can see here. Riyadh,
Jeddah, Medina and Makkah are the few recommended cities to visit.
Best time to visit: Between from November to February are the ideal months to
visit this place.
Tourism Figures: Tourism has established to be an important contributor to the
economy of the country, with domestic and international tourists spending over
250 billion riyals in 2023.
