ABHA: Al-Habala Park in Saudi Arabia’s Asir region is attracting large numbers of domestic and international tourists this summer, offering panoramic mountain views, cultural heritage attractions and a wide range of recreational activities.
Located more than 50 km southeast of Abha, the park is among Asir’s leading tourism destinations, drawing visitors seeking cooler temperatures and outdoor experiences during the Kingdom’s summer season.
Perched at an altitude of more than 2,000 meters above sea level, Al-Habala is known for its dramatic cliffs that plunge into a deep valley, creating a striking geological landscape.
Al-Habala village, a former settlement built into the mountainside. (SPA)
The mountainsides are covered with dense vegetation, while clouds and mist frequently blanket the peaks during the summer months, enhancing the area’s appeal.
The park offers sweeping views of surrounding mountains and valleys and overlooks the historic Al-Habala village, a former settlement built into the mountainside that provides visitors with a glimpse of traditional life in the region.
The park's cable car carries visitors along a route of about 300 meters from the mountaintop to the historic village. (SPA)
One of the destination’s most popular attractions is its cable car, which carries visitors along a route of about 300 meters from the mountaintop to the historic village. The ride offers views of towering cliffs, green valleys and distinctive rock formations, combining adventure tourism with sightseeing.
Al-Habala Park has also expanded its appeal through a summer program featuring activities for all age groups, including children’s entertainment, sports performances, traditional folk arts and family-oriented events.
The combination of natural scenery, cultural heritage and recreational offerings has strengthened Al-Habala’s reputation as one of Asir’s premier summer destinations and a key attraction in the region’s growing tourism sector.
