© 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.
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
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 – 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
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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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 – 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 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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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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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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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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The Haddaj Well – Bir Haddaj – a Highlight in Tayma
From the temple complex of Salm, it is a 10-minute drive to the old town, which consists of a thriving collection of palm farms, a ...
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Tayma’s Wall, Arradam Palace & Tayma Museum
On the way back from the temple ruins of Salma, you may want to take a look at the ruins of Arradam Palace in Tayma. ...
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The Ancient Temple Complex of Salm in Tayma
Coming from Tabuk, just before you reach the historic centre of Tayma, turn left into the narrow residential street Haritha Al Ansari and follow it ...
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Tayma at a Glance
Tayma is a large oasis town with a very long settlement history. Today, it has more than 42,000 inhabitants (as of 2022). It is located ...
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Camel Race Track Tabuk
Another worthwhile stop is the Camel Race Track in eastern Tabuk. It is located directly on Highway 15 towards Tayma on the left-hand side, 28°42’62-1”N ...
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Tabuk Museum & Tabuk Water Tower
On the same site as the Hejaz Railway Museum is the modern Tabuk Museum, also known as the Regional Museum. The cube-shaped edifice with a ...
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Tabuk City – Hejaz Railway Museum
North of the pedestrian zone is the small but worthwhile museum dedicated to the historic Hejaz Railway Line. Although the museum is not too distant, ...
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Tabuk City – Tawaheen Market
After visiting the Mosque, head back to the pedestrian zone and continue eastward along it, crossing Al Imam Abdullah ibn Faisal ibn Turki St. until ...
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Tabuk City – Prophet’s (Al Tawbah) Mosque
The Al Tawbah Mosque (Masjid) is located only about 250 metres east of the castle. To get there, just walk along the pedestrian zone until ...
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Tabuk City – Tabuk Castle and Al Sukkar Spring
Although the castle in its present layout was not built until the 16th or 17th century, there was previously a fortification here which, together with ...
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What kind of activities in Tabuk City and in the Province?
Tabuk offers a wide range of hiking opportunities. Hike through dramatic rock formations, vast deserts and, in the winter months, even snow-capped peaks. However, there ...
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Art & Culture
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’, 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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