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Saudi Post Issues Stamp to Commemorate AlUla World Archaeology Summit

The Saudi Post (SPL) issued on Thursday a commemorative stamp of SAR3 on the occasion of the AlUla World Archeology Summit. (SPA)
The Saudi Post (SPL) issued on Thursday a commemorative stamp of SAR3 on the occasion of the AlUla World Archeology Summit. (SPA)
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Saudi Post Issues Stamp to Commemorate AlUla World Archaeology Summit

The Saudi Post (SPL) issued on Thursday a commemorative stamp of SAR3 on the occasion of the AlUla World Archeology Summit. (SPA)
The Saudi Post (SPL) issued on Thursday a commemorative stamp of SAR3 on the occasion of the AlUla World Archeology Summit. (SPA)

The Saudi Post (SPL) issued on Thursday a commemorative stamp of SAR3 on the occasion of the AlUla World Archeology Summit.

The summit is being organized by the Royal Commission for AlUla, attracting over 300 participants, including government officials, scholars, and specialists from all over the world.

The AlUla World Archeology Summit is being held from September 13 to 15 at AlUla's Maraya Hall.

Saudi Post stamps are issued based on the most significant national or international events and occasions, making them an ideal choice for stamp collectors and historians worldwide.

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Abu Al-Waul: Saudi Arabia's Longest Cave Beckons Adventure Seekers

Abu Al-Waul, the Kingdom's longest cave beckons adventure seekers. (SPA)
Abu Al-Waul, the Kingdom's longest cave beckons adventure seekers. (SPA)
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Abu Al-Waul: Saudi Arabia's Longest Cave Beckons Adventure Seekers

Abu Al-Waul, the Kingdom's longest cave beckons adventure seekers. (SPA)
Abu Al-Waul, the Kingdom's longest cave beckons adventure seekers. (SPA)

Situated in the Harrat Khaybar volcanic field, in the Khaybar Governorate of the Madinah region, Abu Al-Waul Cave has become a popular destination for caving enthusiasts, researchers, and adventurers. It is the longest basalt cave in Saudi Arabia, stretching some 5 kilometers, the Saudi Press Agency said.
The Saudi Geological Survey (SGS) is working on projects to improve caves and other tourist sites, focusing on their geological and tourism potential. Cave tourism is attracting visitors to the Kingdom.
An SPA reporter's tour with cave exploration enthusiast Hassan Al-Rashidi revealed that Harrat Khaybar is home to many caves formed thousands of years ago. Recently uncovered by the SGS, Abu Al-Waul Cave derives its name from the abundance of ibex skeletons discovered within (waul being the Arabic plural for ibex).
Al-Rashidi highlighted the tourism potential of Harrat Khaybar, due to its many caves and volcanoes, which offer the opportunity to study their geological formations and rock structure.
Al-Rashidi documents his explorations to provide valuable information for researchers, enthusiasts, and adventurers. This includes detailing cave locations, types, access routes, preservation methods, and organizing trips to these sites.