Al-Hijr Archaeological Site

“Qasr al-Farid” means “the lonely castle”, so called because it stands completely isolated from the others. But despite its fanciful name, Qasr al-Farid is only a tomb. It was carved out of a single rock sometime in the first century A.D., but its facade was never finished which makes the tomb an interesting study. The heavily chiselled surface of the lower third documents how these tombs were fashioned from the top down. Qasr al-Farid is just one of ninety-odd such monumental tombs carved here during the heyday of the Nabataeans.
“Qasr al-Farid” means “the lonely castle”, so called because it stands completely isolated from the others. But despite its fanciful name, Qasr al-Farid is only a tomb. It was carved out of a single rock sometime in the first century A.D., but its facade was never finished which makes the tomb an interesting study. The heavily chiselled surface of the lower third documents how these tombs were fashioned from the top down. Qasr al-Farid is just one of ninety-odd such monumental tombs carved here during the heyday of the Nabataeans.

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Qasr al-Saneh

Learn about the local history of Hegra when you spend time at Qasr al-Saneh. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

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Al-Khuraymat

You can learn about the history of Hegra with a stop at Al-Khuraymat. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

Al-Khuraymat

Qasr al Bint

Learn about the local history of Hegra when you spend time at Qasr al Bint. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

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Al Diwan

Learn about the local history of Hegra when you take a trip to Al Diwan. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

Al Diwan

Qasr al-Farid

You can learn about the history of Hegra when you stop by Qasr al-Farid. Discover the area's mountain views and monuments.

Qasr al-Farid

Mada'in Saleh Train Station

You can study the exhibits at Mada'in Saleh Train Station, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Hegra. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

Mada'in Saleh Train Station

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