ThePlace: Saudi Arabia's mountain village of Al-Habala

The mountain village of Al-Habala. (Photo/Shutterstock)
Updated 06 April 2019
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ThePlace: Saudi Arabia's mountain village of Al-Habala

  • Al-Halaba Park provides a panoramic view of the Al-Halaba and Tihama valleys

The mountain village of Al-Habala is one of the most important tourist sites in the Asir region, 55 km from Abha and home to a variety of attractions.

Chief among these is the “Cable Car,” a key tourist attraction that takes people from the foot to the top of the mountain and back again.

At the summit, Al-Halaba Park provides a panoramic view of the Al-Halaba and Tihama valleys, while the entertainment zone offers different types of activities such as a swimming pool, tents for men and women, gardens, restaurants, playing areas suitable for children of all ages, and provides plenty of car parking facilities. 


Syrian foreign minister congratulates Saudi counterpart on Founding Day

Updated 24 February 2026
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Syrian foreign minister congratulates Saudi counterpart on Founding Day

  • Asaad Al-Shaibani and Prince Faisal bin Farhan also discuss developments in Syria and the wider region, as well as bilateral cooperation
  • This year’s Founding Day marked the 299th anniversary of the establishment of the First Saudi State

RIYADH: Syria’s foreign minister, Asaad Al-Shaibani, on Monday congratulated his Saudi counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, on Founding Day, which this year marked the 299th anniversary of the establishment of the First Saudi State.

During their telephone conversation the ministers also discussed the latest developments in Syria and the wider region, along with ways in which they might strengthen bilateral relations, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Prince Faisal reaffirmed the Kingdom’s support for Syria’s sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity, and highlighted the need for regional stability and security, the Syrian Arab News Agency said.

Founding Day, which was introduced in 2022, is celebrated each year on Feb. 22 and marks the founding of the First Saudi State in 1727.