Nov 23, 2020 · In the scrub-speckled desert north of AlUla in Saudi Arabia, rocky outcrops and giant boulders the size of buildings, beautifully carved and with classical-style pediments and columns,...

Aug 10, 2024 · Built by a pre-Islamic society in what is now Saudi Arabia, Hegra was the second city of the Nabataean kingdom. Hegra is now open to the public after sitting untouched for about 2,000 years. Thousands of years ago, Hegra was once a bustling trade hub that was famous for its spices and aromatics.

Sep 28, 2023 · Mada’in Saleh, also known as Hegra, is an immense and extremely well-preserved archeological site located in northwestern Saudi Arabia. It is one of the largest preserved sites of the Nabatean civilization.

Nov 21, 2024 · Hegra, also known as al-Hijr or Mada’in Salih, lies in the northwestern region of Saudi Arabia. In the first century, it was once a key trading center on the Ancient Incense Route and a significant city to facilitate other Red Sea trade for the Nabataean Empire.

Oct 20, 2023 · In this article, we will delve into the captivating world of Hegra, exploring its significance, history, accessibility, and more. Where is Hegra, and How Do I Get There? Hegra, or Mada’in Saleh, is situated in the Medina Province, nestled within the Hejaz region of Saudi Arabia.

HEGRA, which stands for High-Energy-Gamma-Ray Astronomy, was an atmospheric Cherenkov telescope for Gamma-ray astronomy. With its various types of detectors, HEGRA took data between 1987 and 2002, at which point it was dismantled in order to build its successor, MAGIC, at the same site.

3 days ago · In addition to its awe-inspiring tombs, Hegra featured a sophisticated network of wells and cisterns, enabling an agricultural economy and supporting a large population. The city reached its pinnacle during the reign of Aretas IV (9 BCE to 40 CE), but Nabatean culture continued even after the kingdom was absorbed into the Roman Empire in 106 CE. Despite …

Away from Hegra’s captivating tombs, this ancient Nabataean city also boasts examples of ancient engineering and craftsmanship such as wells and stone-lined water channels. Defensive walls, gates and towers that once encircled the city show the Roman influence at Hegra.

The Archaeological Site of Al-Hijr (Madâin Sâlih) is the first World Heritage property to be inscribed in Saudi Arabia. Formerly known as Hegra it is the largest conserved site of the...

Hegra or Hijr is a World Heritage Site and a Saudi touristic and historic monument. It is located in al-Ula governorate, affiliated with Madinah, northwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.