Najran Things to Do

The old village of Najran is very rich in traditional buildings.
I was told that they have the same style as the one in Yemen.
Wandering in the village is like going hundred years back and you can see farmers in their fields, date trees, grasses, ....
So unexpected for Saudi Arabia

There is a fort in Najran, the well of which is said to date from pre-Islamic times. The present fort dates only from 1942 but it does contain some of the most beautiful carved windows and doors, very colourful examples of this traditional Arabian art .
The fort was decommissioned in 1967 when the relations with Yemen improved.

The Al-Aan Palace is one of the most remarkable pieces of architecture in the Wadi Najran. The main tower is 5 storeys high and dominates the oasis from the summit of a rocky outcrop. You can't go into the building because people live there, but there's an excellent view from the carpark over the oasis. Najran's fort has only been around since 1942 and was decommissioned in 1967 when relations with Yemen improved. Built as a self-sustaining complex, it has around 60 rooms, including livestock pens and its own mosque.

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A group of traditional house at the edge of the village.
Najran is a true jewel in Saudi Arabia.
So different from the rest of the country.

Another very nice old building of Najran.
The only regret is not to be able to get inside.

Here is the traditional stairs of the watching tower of Qasr Al Imara.
Not easy to get up there.

Traditional Majlis at the Najran Fort.
Well preserved and according to info still in use for some special occasion.

Traditional Asir Kitchen.
Can be seen inside Qasr al Imara