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Al-Ula

Traditional Town in Al-Ula is an anicient city built in the 13th century AD. But the history of the area is much more older, Al-Ula was historically located on the Incense route and was the capital of the ancient Lihyanites (Dedanites). It is well known for archaeological remnants, some over 2000 years old.
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Country: Saudi Arabia
District: Al Madinah Region
Category: Historic Cities and Regions
Site History: 13th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Islamic
Later Cultures: Islamic
Site Features: Islamic Monuments
UNESCO Tentative List
Part of: Syrian Hajj Road
Date of Submission: 2015
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