The Giants (Al-Qarah Mountain)

AL-AHSA:  (TBT) Once upon a time, in almost two years ago, #TeamYahamad got the chance to visit Al-Ahsa on the way from Riyadh to Al-Ukair beach (soon to post) and they are surprised by this stunning Mt. Al Qarah that somehow partly mimics the Grand Canyon National Park of Arizona by its layered  and gigantic rock formations. 

Grand Canyon of KSA! Represent!!! #Mt. Al Qarah 

                                   

The place were developed and supported by the government as one of the tourist attractions in the area and they have an organized group called Saudi Friendship Committee. The fee at that time is only 50 SR for adults and free for kids under 13 years old.  At first they will have a quick orientation, refreshment offerings (tea, Arabic coffee, sweets and dates), friendly chat and a selfie/group pic sessions (they said photo will be uploaded in their Facebook  account as a digital souvenir) altogether as their hospitality treat in welcoming visitors before you can get inside the mountain caves.

Entrance Area Land of Civilization (Al Qarah Mountain Al Ahsa)

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Delightful local sweets they offer.

We got there during the summer (@around 39 degrees celcius) and we noticed that when you’re inside the caves it becomes colder (between 18 to 21°C) and you’ll see a lot of sun rays entering in every possible open part (aperture) at the ceiling of the caves that gives a dramatic random of shadows.

Cinematic Shot (chertz)

The Lost Prince of Leyte (pusang gala)

In too much excitement my friend got the chance to groove like there’s no tomorrow at the moment he hears the caves music: (And he dance happily ever after...)

Nearby, from Mt. Qara don't forget to try visiting more of Hofuf Al-Ahsa tourist spots like Al-Ahsa National Park and the becoming more popular the Asfar Lake (you'll need a 4x4 type of car here).

Asfar Lake (Yellow Lake) (photo from Saudi friendship)

And here we are on FB:

Us and no one but only #teamyahamad got this comment. Chertz! :)

Finally, you can also enjoy the place for souvenir shops and food, they have a designated area for café and resto..........YaHamad! next destination please!  :)