Video: Elephant Mountain in Saudi Arabia... a unique natural painting
Weather of Arabia - Elephant Mountain in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is considered one of the most prominent tourist sites that residents and visitors of the Kingdom can visit to see a unique landmark carved by nature over time, as it is located 7 kilometers to the east of Al-Ula Governorate in the Medina region.
It consists of a huge rock 50 meters high from the ground, shaped like an elephant, hence the name. The rock is surrounded by a group of light-colored mountains.
The natural shape of the rock is the reason for the fame of this landmark, which resembles an "elephant" with its trunk hanging downward, which is considered one of the natural wonders created by the Creator, Glory be to Him.
The Elephant Mountain site is ideal for desert sports and mountaineering enthusiasts, due to the richness and diversity of the place, as it is located in an extensive area covered with golden sands.
Many tourists, whether visitors or residents, come to "Elephant Mountain" for its distinction, and to spend special times enjoying the picturesque atmosphere and tranquility.
There are many orange, tangerine and lemon plantations near the mountain, and tall palm trees, which give the place another splendor that is in harmony with the bright colors of the mountains, in a stunning natural palette.
The place witnesses the holding of many events in the fields of desert tourism and horse racing, and it attracts a lot of diverse segments, and many families are keen to take a walk in it, as it is one of the open and beautiful wild parks.
Visitors can reach the place of the mountain easily, as the road is paved, and all services are available. There is also an indicative board indicating the site, set by the Tourism and Antiquities Authority, which supervises the tourist sites in the Kingdom.
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