Al-Bahah is a small mountain region in the south-west, between Taif and Abha, covered with juniper forests and terraced valleys. Its summer fog and mild temperatures make it a quieter alternative to the larger summer resorts.
The region is known for its old stone villages, the most famous being Dhee Ain, a marble-hilltop village surrounded by banana and palm farms below the escarpment.
The places most worth your time, grouped by type.
HeritageThe "marble village": white stone houses on a rocky hill above banana and palm farms fed by a spring.
~25 km south-west of Al-Bahah · 2 hours
NatureA juniper forest park on the mountain edge with walkways and views over valleys filled with fog.
Al-Bahah city · 1–2 hours
NatureA granite mountain of huge boulders, caves and wild herbs, a protected area for hiking.
South-west of Al-Bahah · half a day
NatureA green woodland with picnic spots and cool shade, popular with families in summer.
North of Al-Bahah · 1–2 hours
Ideas worth trying — book them with tour operators listed in our directory.
The marble-stone village with its spring and banana groves.
2 hoursFamily picnics in Raghadan and other juniper forests.
Half dayScenic drives along the escarpment above the clouds.
2–3 hoursA suggested plan you can adjust to your own pace.
Everything for your trip from our directory: stays, food, shopping and services.
Dhee Ain lies below the escarpment south-west of Al-Bahah city and is reached by a scenic mountain road.
Yes, its forest parks, mild weather and picnic areas make it a popular family summer destination.
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