Exploring Riyadh

Being one of the wealthiest cities in the world and the main financial hub of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh has all eyes on it, at all times. In recent years, there has been a major increase in tourism, and people are eager to explore the fascinating attractions the city has to offer.

You can either plan a trip to popular destinations in Saudi Arabia on your own or opt for one of the relevant Ramadan Umrah Travel Packages which permit pilgrims to enjoy the opportunity to see the hypnotic sights once they are free from their religious offerings and have ample time to explore the top tourist attractions in Saudi Arabia.
 
The question here is, once you’ve planned your trip to Riyadh, which destination should you must pay a visit to?
 

The Remarkable History Behind the Formation of Jebel Fihrayn

These cliffs were formed when the Arabian plate shifted tectonically in a northeast direction due to the expansion of the Red Sea rift westwards, up to 1000 km to the Tuwaiq escarpment. The carved beautiful cuts on the cliff demonstrate the different layers of sediments placed underneath during the Jurassic period that took place over 150 million years ago.
 
At that time, the eastern part of the Arabian Peninsula used to be a shallow-water sea. Therefore, the entire cliff itself is an embodiment and testimony of the ancient heritage of the city and its true traditional values. As you walk across the area, you can have a look at the beautiful fossils that were once part of the ocean bed. These fossils are a beautiful depiction and a clear symbol of ancient times. However, you can only take pictures of these fossils as you are now allowed to bring along these artifacts or dislocate them from their place.

What Views One Should Expect Standing at the Top?

In recent times, many tourists have built artificial trails around the cliffs for convenience in hiking. The entire area is nestled upon a rocky desert and fully surrounded by eye-catching sights. Local authorities have built a hardtop at the site that allows easy access to the gates and lets the tourists seamlessly indulge themselves in the blissful nature around them.
 
Standing upon the top, viewers can enjoy a complete 360 degrees view of the valley, having a glance at the lush and beautiful acacia trees and lively plants located at ideal spots. This serves as a treat to the eyes and one can forget all the worries for a while, being surrounded by such serene views. You can also spot some regular herders with their livestock, busy with their work, moving steadily across the dried rivers.
 
Paying a visit in winter lets tourists enjoy occasional fog at the place as well, making it one of the most beautiful and calming sports. The fog widespread amongst the visually-appealing cliff is the best thing to rejoice. Moreover, for those who love adventures, they can take part in various activities such as horse riding, camel riding, hiking, camping, etc. This provides them with an ideal opportunity to enjoy the exceptional desert and especially the breathtaking sunset view and the magical starry sky at night.
 
For a better and clear view of the entire desert, you can stand at the cliffs of Tuwaik Mountain having a soil-free, perfect surface to let you stand with ease and notice the beautiful widespread nature across the valley. This intriguing sight itself reveals a beautiful ancient story, letting you discover some small creatures such as snails, and the signs of ancient marine habit via fossils.

Some Requisite Considerations for the Trip

It is recommended to come prepared and bring along an SUV incorporating a reliable GPS. The entire desert is a bit risky if you want to explore it alone, hence it is recommended to travel in groups to cut down on the associated problems and risk factors and maximize the splendor of the exploration.
 
But when to pay a visit to this place? Surely, it is the winter season, when the weather is calm, the skies are clear and the temperature is the most rewarding one! Numerous travel agencies are allowing tourists to make the most out of their plan and provide them with an option of night camping as well.
 
So, what’s still keeping you from visiting this serene, mighty place? Before any delay, plan your trip to Jebel Fihrayn and fill your bucket list confidently with top traveling accomplishments!