2024-12-04

Al-Qarah 

About Al-Qarah

Al Qarah is a beautiful mountain located in the Al Ahsa, Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. It is known as the ‘Mountain of Whistling Wind’ by the locals as the wind seems to whistle when they flow through the mountain. Al Qarah mountain is a site showing evidence of ancient settlements in the region dating back to 5,000 BC. It has a trekking trail to the summit replete with breathtaking views of the valley below. Further, the mountain entails numerous legends of Adam, Prophet Ibrahim, and Judas. Today, the mountain is well known among tourists for its summit views, awe-capturing caves, museums, and attached history.

Mount Al Qarah is located on the end of the Shadqam Plateau, which connects the Rub Al Khali Desert to the south and Iraq and Kuwait to the north. The village of Al Qarah and its mountains is 12 km to the east of Al Hofuf near the Al Ahsa National Park. The mountains are 330 km from Riyadh, the capital city of Saudi Arabia. One can easily reach Al Hofuf via airplane and take a private taxi ride to the mountain from the city center.

Top tourist attractions at Al Qarah mountain

1. Summit of Al Qarah

2. Judas Cave and rock formations

3. Museum

4. Concert Theater

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