General infos Taif

Taif is a city that stands somewhat in the shadow of its better-known neighbours Jeddah and Mecca. However, Taif has its own traditional and modern charm, which is increasingly attracting foreign tourists. Travelling to Taif is not just an ordinary trip, but an emotional experience that should not be missed. In many ways, Taif is a welcome change from the big cities of Saudi Arabia, which are vibrant and full of life. Perhaps it’s the altitude: in any case, life here is more relaxed. Taif and its surroundings are the perfect place to unwind and reconnect with nature.

But Taif is not just a town; it is also a Governorate (administrative district) of the same name in the Province of Mecca. The name is often spelled: Ta’if.

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Thousands of Rose Blossoms of Rosa damascena trigintipetala - The Rose of TAIF

Taif’s Roses

It has been a long time since the scent of incense alone wafted through the streets of early Taif. Around 300 years ago, another beguiling ...

General Information about Taif City

Taif City is the administrative center of the governorate of the same name in the Province of Mecca. The name is often also spelled ‘Ta’if’. ...

Shopping in Taif

The larger Saudi supermarket chains are also represented in Taif. There are also a number of smaller shops in the neighbourhood that invite you to ...

Food & Drink in Taif

The traditional cuisine of Taif is quite hearty, which is not surprising considering the agricultural activity in mountainous terrain for many centuries and the life ...

Getting there and around Taif

Travelling to and from Taif is not difficult. Given its size, Taif is particularly well connected to other cities in the country. This certainly holds ...

Climate in Taif

Compared to the rest of Saudi Arabia, the city and region of Taif have favourable climatic conditions, which ensure relatively lush vegetation in the surrounding ...

Accomodation in Taif

The range of hotels in Taif is currently still at a somewhat modest level compared to Jeddah. But here, too, there has been a noticeable ...

Geography and Fauna of TAIF - Baboons

Fauna and Flora of Taif

The fauna includes not only the baboons, which can be found everywhere and which travel in packs. Due to a lack of natural predators, baboon ...

Landscape southwest Jabal Dakka Area not far from the City of Taif

Geography and Geology of Taif

The surrounding mountains that separate Taif from nearby villages, such as Al-Hada and Ash-Shafa, are between 2,000 and 2,550 m high. The city is embedded ...