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Sandstone rock formations in Al Ula desert
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Al Ula: A Practical Guide to Saudi Arabia's Ancient Desert City

Al Ula is Saudi Arabia's most spectacular desert destination, home to the Nabatean tombs of Hegra and dramatic rock canyons. Here's how to plan your visit.
The iconic Qasr al-Farid tomb at Hegra, Saudi Arabia, standing in a desert landscape
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Hegra (Madain Saleh): A practical guide to Saudi Arabia's Nabataean city

Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a remarkable journey into the ancient Nabataean civilisation, with rock-cut tombs and desert landscapes that rival Petra.