Get ready to visit the famous Hegra (Madain Saleh) which is the first site of Saudi Arabia that was listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Madain Saleh, whose original name was Al-Hijr or Hegra in Greek, is the southernmost important city of the Nabatean Kingdom that flourished thanks to the caravan trade between the 2nd century BCE until the Roman conquest in 106 CE. It is the second richest Nabatean city in terms of monumental tombs with 94 decorated funeral monuments, including some of the most vibrant and well conserved architectural prowess of the Nabateans builders.
You will explore this fascinating site and learn about the secrets of its tombs, ancient inscriptions, stone structures, and many others.
After lunch, you will visit Jebel Al-Fil (Elephant rock) for a relaxing time. Then head back to Medina, drop off at hotel.
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