The imposing Najran Valley Dam in southwest Saudi Arabia not only has an important water supply function but is also set in a scenic location.
Around 25 kilometers from the city of Najran, the arch dam was completed in 1981 and is Saudi government owned.
As well as supplying water, the dam controls flooding and collects run-off water from the valley, releasing it slowly throughout the year. Roads with sharp bends and tunnels wind their way along the Najran Valley — one of the largest on the peninsula — to the dam built on a river course that divides the city.
During the rainy season, when the dam is filled with water, the location is especially picturesque and serene.
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ThePlace: Najran Valley Dam, an important water supply in southwest Saudi Arabia
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ThePlace: Najran Valley Dam, an important water supply in southwest Saudi Arabia
- During the rainy season, when the dam is filled with water, the location is especially picturesque and serene
Saudia resumes some flights to Dubai from Riyadh and Jeddah
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's national carrier Saudia will partially resume operations to Dubai from Saturday, the airline announced on Friday.
The airline will run outbound and inbound flights from Riyadh and Jeddah to the emirate.
The flights will initially operate on a limited schedule with additional services expected to be restored, the airline said.
After the Iran conflict started last weekend, Saudia Airlines suspended flights to Amman, Kuwait, and Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Doha, Bahrain, Moscow and Peshawar.
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