Hegra

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Hegra, also known as Mada’in Salih, is an archaeological site located in the area of Al-'Ula within Medina Province in the Hejaz region, Saudi Arabia. A majority of the remains date from the Nabataean Kingdom. The site constituted the kingdom's southernmost and second largest city after Petra, its capital city.

Ideal For: Solo, Couples, friends

Best Time to Visit: Mon to Fri: 10:00am to 8:00pm

Activities

Madain Saleh

Elephant Rock

AlUla Old Town

Jabal Ikmah

Maraya

AlUla Oasis

Quick Facts

Was a major city of the Nabataean Kingdom
The site features over 110 tombs, with 94 being decorated.
It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2008.