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Tourism
Al-Baha province has provided all kinds of facilities for the joy and relaxation of holiday makers and guests. It has prepared tourist sites and is providing services and has mobilized human resources to provide more services for everyone. To attract visitors, the area has been provided with many hotels, motels and theme parks in addition to historical fortresses that speak volumes about the history of this part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. A number of complete tourism schemes have been implemented by the Committee for the Promotion of Tourism, including religious, cultural and social schemes and activities to allow people enjoy the city. There are hundreds of historical castles to be visited in Al Baha. The region boasts fine scenery, including mountains, valleys and forests. Combined with its equable climate, Al Baha has, in recent years, taken its place amongst the resorts in which Saudi citizens can holiday in summer, rather than going abroad. Baljurashi (Arabic: ??????) is a major summer resort located on Sarah Mountains and one of the most beautiful southern cities on the road linking Taif with Abha. Its nice forests like Raghadan makes you disbelieve that you are in Saudi Arabia. It is the land of one thousand and one watchtowers. Baljurashi is a sister town at the head of an ancient seasonal camel trail so steep that is named “camel steps“. The camel steps of Baljurashi are a set of man made steps that allowed camels to rise up this escarpment. They extend all of the way down to the bottom. Visitors to the area can also use the funicular railway at al Sarat and marvel at the sights and sounds of the nearby valleys and mountains, or sample locally-grown fruits, which include dates, pomegranate, walnuts, grapes and bananas. Villages in the area are famous for their sweet honey. Visitors who wish to enjoy the beach can also reach Al-qunfutha City that is located on the coast of the Red Sea and its only one hour driving from Al Baha city
Culture
Al Baha city is situated between Makkah Al Mukarramah and the Aseer region, in south-western Saudi Arabia. It is surrounded by a number of cites, including Taif on the north, Beesha on the east, Abha on the south and the Red Sea coast city of Al Qunfuda on the west. This tourist city is situated in an area characterized by natural tree cover and agricultural pleateaux. Due to its location above sea level, Al Baha's climate is moderate in summer and cold in winter. In the past the area has been known variously as Ghamid and the Zahron region. Tribes in the region trace their origin to the famous pre-Islamic state of Saba whose rule extended to areas presently known as Syria and Lebanon. Historians also report that they established the famous state of Akoum, in Abyssinia. The Al Baha region is among the most important tourist areas in the Arab world, boasting fresh air, dense forests, beautiful valleys. Due to its location at 2500 meters above sea level, the area attracts visitors looking for a moderate climate and pristine, scenic views. Visitors from inside the Kingdom and nearly countries are particularly attracted to the area by its more than 53 forests, which include: 1.The Raghdan forest, which covers an area of 600,000 square meters. five kilometers from Al Baha City, it has been provided with children's playgrounds and other amenities. 2.The Amdan forest is 55 kilometers to the north of Al Baha city. It abounds in olive trees, Ara'r shrubs and other natural vegetation. 3.The Wadi Feig forest is 8 kilometers from Al Baha city. It is encircled by a green valley littered with apricot, pomegranate and grape orchards. 4.The Wadi Al Ageeg forest is 40 kilometers from Al Baha and abounds in various fruit trees and tall lotus trees. Al Baha airport is in Ageeg city. 5.The Al Kharrara water fall is 30 kilometers to the south of Al Baha. Its scenic view attracts a large numbers of visitors. To attract visitors, the area has been provided with many hotels, motels and parks in addition to historical fortresses that speak volumes about the history of this part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Al Baha is the headquarters of the Governor, local councils and branches of governmental departments. Receiving the state's special attention, the city of Al Baha abounds in educational, tourist and health institutions. The "Pearl of Resorts" is the name given to Al Baha by the fascinated visitors who become acquainted with the city.
History
Dhee Ayn Village is situated at about 24 km. southwest of al-Baha across 'Aqabat al-Baha , also known as Aqbat King Fahad . The famous village of Dhi Ain is sometimes known as "marble village" as it is built on a small marble mountain. The grove of palm trees is lush due to a small stream nearby. The villagers say that the marble village glows at sunset. It also has a steep escarpment road, running into and out of tunnels on the way up and down. Dhi 'Ain was famous for its fruits and banana plantations which still grow there. The village date back to about 400 years before present. and it had witnessed the battles between the [[Ottman Turks]] and its inhibitants

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