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AlUla, Saudi Arabia – TIME Magazine has recognized two of AlUla’s attractions in its prestigious ‘2024 World’s Greatest Places’ list, solidifying the region’s status as a must-visit destination. The annual compilation, curated by TIME’s global network of editors and correspondents, spotlights 100 exceptional locations worldwide.
The honored AlUla offerings are:
Dar Tantora The House Hotel: This newly opened eco-lodge, situated in the historic AlUla Old Town, blends traditional Bedouin architecture with modern luxury. The 30-room property, crafted from restored mud-brick buildings, offers guests an immersive experience in a setting over 800 years old.
Sharaan Nature Reserve: Spanning nearly 600 square miles, this vast reserve serves as a sanctuary for endangered species such as Arabian wolves, gazelles, and large-eared red foxes. The reserve aims to reintroduce and protect native flora and fauna, with plans to serve as a rewilding hub for critically endangered Arabian Leopards.
Rami AlMoallim, Vice President of Destination Management and Marketing at the Royal Commission for AlUla, expressed pride in the recognition: “These accolades from TIME reflect AlUla’s commitment to preserving and promoting its unique cultural heritage through sustainable development rooted in the community.”
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AlUla, located in northwest Saudi Arabia, is known for its diverse landscape featuring mountains, desert, and unique geological formations. The city has recently launched a global brand campaign, “Forever Revitalising,” emphasizing its focus on responsible tourism.
The region boasts several significant heritage sites, including Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the ancient Dadan, once a thriving 1st millennium BCE city. AlUla Old Town Village, with its maze of over 900 mudbrick homes, was recognized as one of the World’s Best Tourism Villages in 2022 by the UNWTO.
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