World Hertiage site

In the year 2008, UNESCO declared Madain Saleh as a world heritage site. Madain Saleh was selected by UNESCO due to its well maintained remnants from the late antiquity particularly the 131 monumental tombs (rock-cut) with their ornately decorated concealments belonging to the Nabatean era.

Red sandstones

A significant feature you can find at Madain Saleh is the place is filled with rocks that are made up of red sandstone. You will find these sandstones distributed across the entire area in a stylish manner.

Another striking feature you can find in this place is the most fertile and beautiful desert oasis found in these north western parts of Saudi Arabia.

Other Major attractions

Other salient spots which you can visit at Madain Saleh are Nabataean Well, Adiwan, Al-Khuraimat, Qasr Al-Fareed, Salemeh, Hejaz Railway Station, Old Woman's Temple (Qasr Al-Ajouz), Qasr Asane'a, Mount Huwara, Area A Tombs, Islamic Castle, Area C Tomb, Marbat Al-Faras, etc.

Accommodations near Madain Saleh

Madain Saleh Hotel

P. O. Box 297, Al Ula, Saudi Arabia

Al-Ula ARAC Resort

Mada'in Saleh Road, Hail-Tabuk Highway Bridge Crossing, PO Box 333, Al Ula, Saudi Arabia

Ph: ‎1800 102 1122 (India Toll Free) 91 (0)124 487 3878 (From abroad)