RIYADH: Al-Hadhan village, southwest of Najran city in southern Saudi Arabia, provides a captivating blend of nature and history. 

Verdant agricultural fields, flourishing palm farms, and ancient mud houses together form a timeless landscape, making it a popular destination for visitors from within the Kingdom and beyond.

Abdullah Adlan, a resident with a passion for agriculture and rural tourism, speaking to the Saudi Press Agency, described daily life in the village as simple and deeply rooted in social cohesion. 

Residents primarily rely on farming and livestock breeding, while actively participating in community events that strengthen their social bonds. 

They also take great pride in preserving their cultural identity by restoring historic mud buildings — some of which date back centuries — to safeguard the village’s architectural heritage and pass it on to future generations.

Adlan also noted that the village is a vital agricultural hub, supplying local markets with a variety of crops, including grapes, strawberries, dates, figs, lemons and oranges.

This abundance is made possible by the village’s fertile soil, freshwater resources, and a longstanding agricultural tradition.

Ibrahim Al-Mansour, the head of the Tourism Cooperative Society in Najran said that the history of Al-Hadhan village stretches back centuries, as reflected in its ancient landmarks and traditional mud-brick architecture.

He said that the village was once a key stop on the route for trade caravans traveling from Yemen, adding that Al-Hadhan is one of Najran’s premier tourist destinations, thanks to its strategic location at the intersection of mountains, verdant oases, and scenic valleys. 

He also highlighted the genuine hospitality of the local community, which greatly enhances the overall visitor experience.