Visit Najran Region

منطقة نجران
Najrān
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The Najran Region in Saudi Arabia is a province located on the border of Yemen and Saudi Arabia. It is known for its diverse terrain, from rugged mountains to vast deserts, lush oases, and ancient archaeological sites. The city of Najran was an important stop along the Incense Route and was once a thriving center for trade.

One of the main tourist attractions in Najran Region is Hejaz Railway Station. Built by the Ottomans in 1908, this station served as a major hub along the Ottoman railway system connecting Istanbul to Medina via Damascus and Amman during World War I. Nowadays it is a popular destination for visitors looking to explore its fascinating history.

Another popular site is Shuram Archaeological Site which includes ruins from different eras such as Iron Age settlements and Nabataean tombs from 3rd Century BC. Visitors can also admire stone inscriptions with scripts dating back to 2nd Century BC which provide insight into how life used to be at that time period in Saudi Arabia's history.

The historical fact about Najran Region that makes it quite unique is that it has been continuously inhabited since at least 8th century BC making it one of oldest cities in Arabian Peninsula region!
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