There are many natural occurrences that might puzzle a traveler. One of them is Al Naslaa Rock Formation, located in Tayma oasis, Saudi Arabia. Recent archaeological discoveries show that Tayma has been inhabited since the ancient times. Al Naslaa is one of the most photogenic petroglyphs in the area. The perfect slit between the two standing stones and the flat faces … [Read more...] about Al Naslaa Rock Formation
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The Qasr al-Farid, the Lonely Castle of the Nabataeans
The Nabataean Kingdom ruled an area that spanned from the southern Levant to northern Arabia, which allowed them to control the Incense Route passing through the Arabian Peninsula. As a result of this lucrative trade, the Nabataeans became immensely wealthy and powerful. Their wealth can be seen in the monuments they built, with the al-Khazneh in Petra, modern-day Jordan, being … [Read more...] about The Qasr al-Farid, the Lonely Castle of the Nabataeans