TravelMonday #2: Al Disah Valley, the great Saudi canyon

As in the north of the Arizona state of the United States, the Saudi region of Tabuk, known for its amazing desert nature, unique sites and cultural heritage monuments, also has its “Grand Canyon”: the Al Disah Valley. 

A paradise for hikers 

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Sunset in the Martian landscape of North Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦. This is Wadi Al Disah, The word "Al Disah" means a valley of palm trees and is situated in the province of Tabuk. I am currently doing a road trip around Saudi and can’t stop telling the guys to park the car so I can get out and get all the shots, my poor cameras shutter is getting a proper work out on this trip. We arrived at the wadi around 3 in the afternoon and after setting up camp and making tea, got rewarded with this incredible sunset before heading to the coast the next day. Did you know that Saudi Arabia was this incredible? I didn’t and can’t wait to see more. @djiglobal #mavic2zoom #seethebiggerpicture

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With its imposing rock formations, its natural beauty, sublimated when climbing from above, and its inexhaustible springs of water flowing along the canyon, the Al Disah Valley is a paradise on earth for hikers seeking adventure and photographers seeking to capture captivating images of unique mountain environments. If people usually flock to the region’s coasts during the summer, the high peaks of the plunging Al Disah valley will certainly give you the feeling of being in a bubble.

A well of knowledge

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#الديسة #تبوك

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In addition to its breathtaking natural landscapes, the Al Disah Valley is also steeped in history.

Located in a Saudi village at the crossroads of the three main valleys of the Tabuk region, this spot is also famous for its Nabataean tombs carved into the rocks and its many Thamudic and Nabataean inscriptions on the sides of some mountains. Other nearby sites such as the Shuaib Caves (Maghair Shuaib) and the Haddaj Well in Tayma will be able to quench the thirst of history-loving tourists. By stopping in the Al Disah Valley, you will face the mountainous and historical side of this region which remains perceived by the world as “Tabuk of the Roses”, the region with thousands of roses.