Jizan

Archeological sites in Jizan, of various cultural periods varying from the Paleolithic to the Neolithic, and from the early Islamic to the present century, in addition to a variety of petroglyphs, ancient inscriptions mining sites and antiquities of early Islamic period such as mosques, ports, castles and watch towers.

The region's historical cities include: Asir city, Qalaat Abi Arish, Upper Jizan, Jabal Jahfan and Qalaat Alasilki, which was formerly the headquarters of Turkish rulers.  

The area's tourist landmarks include: Buqaat Al Farar, Buqaat Marouh, Buqaat Heran, Al Meriah and Al Makhafa in addition to the Al Absiyah Fortress antiquities and the agricultural plateaus of Shat Al Sabaya.  

A visit to the Jizan region must include the Farasan islands in the Red Sea, which forms an archipelago with nearby pearl-rich islands. These islands are situated in the southeastern part of the Red Sea and to the southwest of Jizan city.

Gizan Harbor: Still building wooden fishing boat (dhows). By ferryboat, within two hours, you can reach the main island of the Farasaan archipelago.

Farasan Island: A group of 84 islands in the Red Sea lying 40 km off the southern coast of Saudi Arabia, the Farasan Islands Reserve is especially rich in seabird life.

The uninhabited islands serve as breeding sites for large numbers of birds to which thousands of birds migrate annually from Europe and other parts of the world. The adjacent marine feeding grounds attract varieties or birds such as Osprey, Sooty Falcon, Pink-Backed Pelican, Red-Billed Tropik Bird, White-Eyed Gull, Saunders Little Tern, Crab Plover, Flamingos and others.

The reserve also protects the Farasan Islands Gazelle, within what may possibly be the largest population of gazelles left in Saudi Arabia. On the main island there are over 500 gazelles roaming freely. The waters surrounding the islands are equally important for marine life including dugongs, sea turtles and numerous Manta Rays.

The Muslim geographers and historian referred to the importance of the Farasan Islands. It was revealed at Wadi Matar is the biggest archaeological site on the islands where large number of circular, rectangular and other buildings were 30 x 15 m long and were probably used for official purposes. There is also rock art site on the island and some foundations of the buildings of the Ottoman period such a big watchtower called Al- Awadi.

The antiquities of the Farasan islands vary in date between the first millennium B. C. and the Ottoman period. The Ottoman mosque known as Masjid Al-Najedi is decorated with unique patterns and motifs, similarly the house of Al-Refal is highly decorated. All these antiquities highlighted the flourished phase of the Farasan Islands.

Seaside walk: This picturesque boardwalk provides a lovely tiled walking surface as well as a jogging path Great meeting place for locals with kiddy's attractions and proper grass. A great walking, there is a jogging track alongside the Red Sea. Easy access to at least ten family restaurants.

Surfing and Diving: Surfing on the sea in Jizan is an attraction everyone will always remember. Diving is another attraction for water lovers, the tourist must relax them but in a careful manner.

Pedals: pedal is a pedal driven watercraft, another famous sea sports activities in the resort, it cost 45 riyals in just 20 minutes expensive but it's great and fun. It carries 2 or more people it depends the sizes easy to use and also great for exercise