JEDDAH: With the weather turning cooler and beaches set for bonfires and barbecue dinners, Jeddawis have instead turned to deserts and mountains for weekend getaways as part of their yearly exploration for new lands to discover.
Jeddawis have always romanticized their city by sea, giving it the title “The Bride of the Red Sea.” A normal weekend for most Jeddawis is spent at the beach, taking part in water sports activities or enjoying seaside picnics all year around.
Now that it is winter, high tides have become a problem for divers, the wind has hindered some water sports, and it is not a popular time to get a tan, so beach lovers have gone to test out different sands in the desert.
JEDDAH: The Saudi Tourism Authority announced the launch of the Saudi Winter Season, starting Dec. 10 until the end of March 2021, with hundreds of activities and adventures, including hiking trails.
Hiking is one of the most popular outdoor activities among adventure-seeking people in the Kingdom. It has gained interest in recent years with the government’s promotion of domestic tourism.
The Kingdom’s diverse climate and geography offers many hiking experiences. “The Edge of the World” is a hiker’s favorite place, especially in the fall and winter seasons.
“The Edge of the World,” also known as Jebel Fihrayn, is a dramatic geological wonder in the rocky desert about 90 km