"The Archaeological Site of Al-Hijr (Madâin Sâlih) is the first World Heritage property to be inscribed in Saudi Arabia. Formerly known as Hegra it is the largest conserved site of the civilization of the Nabataeans south of Petra in Jordan. It features well-preserved monumental tombs with decorated facades dating from the 1st century BC to the 1st century AD. The site also features some 50 inscriptions of the pre-Nabataean period and some cave drawings. Al-Hijr bears a unique testimony to Nabataean civilization. With its 111 monumental tombs, 94 of which are decorated, and water wells, the site is an outstanding example of the Nabataeans’ architectural accomplishment and hydraulic expertise.”
Source: UNESCO World Heritage
Postcard 1
Mada'in Saleh, also called Al-Hijr or Hegra is a pre-Islamic archaeological site located in the Al-Ula sector, within the Al Madinah Region of Saudi Arabia. This is a hotel ad card of Arac Hotel Al-Ula showing multi-views of Mada'in Saleh. Thanks to Katja of Italy.
Postcard 2
Another small size postcard - showing Madain Salih - a UNESCO World Heritage site in Saudi Arabia. Thanks to Gert of Sweden for mailing while visiting Saudi Arabia. Received in March 2020.
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