Riyadh – -: Al-Ahsa city is distinguished by the fertile agricultural lands and picturesque nature, as it includes approximately four million palm trees that produce the best types of dates in the world, namely (Khalas). Al-Ahsa is considered the largest natural oasis in the world.
Al-Ahsa is famous for the presence of many important tourist and heritage landmarks, which have joined the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and have been listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the largest palm oasis in the world. Among its most prominent tourist attractions are: the picturesque Yellow Lake in the middle of the desert, and Al-Ahsa National Park for outdoor walking.
Visitors can explore the tourist and heritage landmarks in the popular markets of Hofuf; such as the historic Qaisariya Market, which includes many shops specializing in selling handicrafts, heritage products, oils and perfumes, and in the tourist city of Jawatha, visitors will find a mix of historical landmarks and various recreational activities.
Al-Ahsa is a distinctive tourist destination in the winter season in particular; which witnesses a large turnout of tourists from all over the world.
The city contains a number of amazing caves that were formed over centuries due to natural factors such as rock dissolution, erosion and earthquakes, extending for a distance of 1.5 kilometers and located in the famous Al-Qarah Mountain. The most famous of these caves is the Al-Nashab Cave with moderate temperatures, and the caves of Bu Saleh, Al-Eid, Al-Naqqa, Al-Muazzamah and Al-Mahiyub, each of which has its own charm and story. Visitors can walk and discover these caves and take enjoyable tours in them. The (Saudi Winter 2024) calendar, which was launched in early October and will continue during the first quarter of 2025, includes seven distinctive tourist destinations (Al-Ula, Riyadh, Jeddah, the Red Sea, the Eastern Province, Medina and Hail), in addition to more than 1,000 tourist experiences and events around the Kingdom, and more than 500 distinctive shows. The program includes a number of distinctive seasons, initiatives and events; Such as Riyadh Season, Diriyah Season, AlUla Season, Madinah Season, Jeddah Calendar, Dakar Rally, Middle Beast, Saudi Cruise, and Islamic Arts Biennale, in addition to providing hiking, camping, and caravan experiences in winter areas, in addition to many exclusive experiences; which visitors can learn about through the link https://www.visitsaudi.com/ar/campaigns/winter
