Hegra became Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO-listed site — Asharq Al-Awsat

The archaeological site of Hegra in AlUla Governorate, Saudi Arabia, became the first Saudi site inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It was added to the list in 2008.

A landmark in AlUla

As Asharq Al-Awsat reports, Hegra is part of the historical heritage of the Arabian Peninsula. The article notes that the site recalls the civilizational and cultural contacts that took place in the region during different historical periods.

Archaeological remains and rock-cut facades have been preserved at the site. They demonstrate the engineering and sculptural skill of the Nabataeans. Hegra is located in AlUla Governorate, where traces of several civilizations have been preserved, and is one of the kingdom’s notable historical sites for visitors and researchers from different countries.

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Protection and research

The Royal Commission for AlUla is responsible for preserving the archaeological site. Its work includes the conservation of the site’s archaeological and historical components.

These measures complement archaeological research, surveys and scientific work conducted by the commission in cooperation with experts and academic institutions. The article about Hegra was published against the backdrop of the country’s celebration of Saudi National Day.