Jabal Atherb: Saudi Arabia’s majestic mountain of nature, history, and heritage
The mountain is a vital refuge for the endangered Arabian leopard and rare wildlife
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Rising to an impressive 2,500 metres, Jabal Atherb stands as a majestic sentinel in the Sarawat mountain range, within the Baljurashi Governorate of Saudi Arabia’s Al Baha region. This awe-inspiring peak captivates visitors with its dramatic white granite formations, visible from great distances, and slopes blanketed in lush juniper and wild olive trees.
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