Tabuk

© Dr. Hans-F. Loth

WHY GO ON HOLIDAY TO TABUK? – Well, in my opinion, the answer to this question is short and sweet: it is above all – but not only – the spectacular beauty that the Province of Tabuk offers to its visitors.

Geography

Red Sea, Tihāmah, Hisma Desert and Hejaz

Climate

Different climatic conditions – hot and arid in the interior and somewhat cooler in coastal areas in summer

Language

Arabic and English in urban environments

Transport

Cars, Taxis, Bus

Airport

Tabuk’s Int’l Airport and a few airports of more domestic nature

Religious life

Sunni Islam

accommodation

The Province of Tabuk is undergoing a breathtaking transformation, which also extends to the hospitality industry there. There is currently a noticeable shift towards higher-quality and higher-priced accommodation options.

Food & Drink

The Province of Tabuk and the city of Tabuk are not known for any particular regional cuisine or drinks, although there are, of course, one or two specialities. In the luxury resorts, the finest culinary creations and drinks from all over the world are served, often featuring spices and ingredients that lend a touch of the exotic. The grand hotels offer quality buffets and service that leaves nothing to be desired.

Activities & Attractions

Umluj

Umluj – Tabuk Province

Many descriptions of Umluj in the internet are embellishments, if not downright inaccurate. The administrative district of Umluj, with a population of approx. 70,000, is ...
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Red Sands Tabuk Province

Red Sands – Tabuk Province

North and south of the 394 Motorway from Bir Ibn Hirmas to Haql on the Gulf of Aqaba, you will find striking sandstone formations surrounded ...
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Mount Sinai Tabuk

Mountain Region of Jabal Lawz and Mount Sinai in the Tabuk Province

This region is a worthwhile destination for nature lovers alike and those interested in religious history and traditions. Its geographical highlights, the so-called Almond Mountain ...
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Bir Ibn Hirmas

Bir Ibn Hirmas – Tabuk Province

This small town close to the Jordanian border lies directly at the intersection of the north-south Highway 15 and the Motorway 394, which branches off ...
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Wadi Disah Tabuk Province

Wadi Disah in Tabuk Province

One might be inclined to begin the description of Wadi Al Disah by saying ‘that the wadi is one of the seasonal watercourses in the ...
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Hamlet Bajdah Tabuk

The Bajdah Game Reserve in Tabuk Province

There are two things that make ‘Bajdah’ special. First, I should mention that it is not only the name of the hamlet mentioned above, but ...
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Hisma Desert Tabuk

The Hisma Desert in Tabuk Province

It is a landscape straight out of a picture book. Nevertheless, it is extremely difficult to find pictorial words to answer this simple initial question, ...
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Tayma Fort

Market Al Najm, Date Palm Oasis & Governor’s Palace in Tayma

After your visit of  the Haddaj Well in Tayma, you will probably want to walk to the nearby Qasr ibn Rumman estate, the former Governor’s ...
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Art & Culture

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Mughāyr Shuayb – Tabuk Province

Together with Hegra and Dûmat Al Jandal, Al Bada’ in the Province of Tabuk is considered one of the most important sites of the Nabataeans ...
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Al Bada' Tabuk Province

Al Bada’ – Tabuk Province

Al Bada’, the oasis town having around 18.000 inhabitants, is part of the former Madyan region (Midian) in the far north-west of the Tabuk Province. ...
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