ThePlace: Al-Akhu Valley, located in Al-Hareeq governorate in Riyadh province

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Updated 20 March 2021
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ThePlace: Al-Akhu Valley, located in Al-Hareeq governorate in Riyadh province

  • The climb is short but extremely technical as the route is embedded with unique sculpted edges and pockets

In April 2019, a crag was discovered by passionate rock climber Joau Miquel. Located in the Al-Akhu Valley (known as Wadi Al-Akhu) in the Al-Hareeq governorate of the Riyadh province, it has been further explored and developed by the local climbing community.
The climb is short but extremely technical as the route is embedded with unique sculpted edges and pockets.
The stone is a mix of marble and limestone. Many loose stones have been removed but the climb still remains dusty and risky.
Information about the exact location of the crag, climbing instructions, rules and regulations, along with extra tips can be found on climbing.sa. The website reminds people to exercise extra caution — this area is not for kids — as adults are advised to wear helmets at all times.


Saudi foreign minister arrives in Cairo for meeting with Egyptian president

Updated 05 January 2026
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Saudi foreign minister arrives in Cairo for meeting with Egyptian president

  • Prince Faisal bin Farhan will discuss regional developments with Egyptian officials

LONDON: Prince Faisal bin Farhan, the Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs, arrived in Cairo for an official visit on Sunday evening.

He is scheduled to meet with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi on Monday and his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

Prince Faisal will discuss ways to enhance Saudi-Egyptian relations across various sectors, and talks will also focus on regional developments, SPA added.