Al-Baha, Al-Baha, Hejaz, Saudi Arabia
Heritage Village · Local Tribes · 16th Century
Dhee Ayn is a heritage village in the Al-Baha Region of Saudi Arabia. The village is built on a white marble mountain and is famous for its fresh water spring and banana plantations. It dates back about 400 years and is a unique example of traditional stone architecture.
Construction: 16th Century – Ongoing preservation
Founder: Unknown
Significance: Known as the 'Marble Village' due to the mountain it sits on.
- 16th Century: Village established
- Recent: Restoration projects initiated
Architectural styles: Traditional Hejazi
Materials: Polished Stone, Slate
- Marble Mountain: Built on a white marble outcrop.
- Multi-story Houses: 49 stone houses, some up to 4 stories.
- Spring: A perennial spring that waters the surrounding banana plantations.
Opening hours: 08:00 - 18:00 (summer) · 08:00 - 17:00 (winter) – Scenic drive.
- General: €0.00
Accessibility: Moderate. Walking required.
Official site: http://www.sauditourism.sa
Address: Dhee Ayn, Al-Baha, Saudi Arabia
Coordinates: 19.9306, 41.4431