AlUla, Nestled in the northeast region of Al-Ula Province, Qaa Alhaj village boasts breathtaking landscapes that have made it a significant destination and route for pilgrims traveling via the Levant Hajj route.

This route connects the Levant with the holy cities in Makkah and Madinah.

The village derives its name from its distinctive terrain, characterized by basins surrounded by mountains, where rainfall forms water pools along the road, persisting for months.

Historically, the village served as a resting point for Hajj caravans and traders.

Battling numerous challenges and hardships, including drought and thirst, Hajj caravans found relief in Qaa Alhaj. The village and its resources provided them with a much-needed respite and a reliable water source.

The Levant Hajj route originates from Damascus, passing Busra Al-Sham of Daraa, as well as other notable locations such as Ma’an and Al-Madawara.

It then enters the Kingdom, traversing through Halat Ammar, That Al-Hajj in Tabuk, Al-Aqra’a, Al-Akhdhar, A
l-Muazam, Al-Hijr, AlUla, then Qaa Alhaj and Qarh, before finally reaching Madinah.

Throughout history, and as time passes and the number of pilgrims increases, Saudi Arabia has continued its efforts to receive and provide all forms of services to the Hajj pilgrims through land crossings and air and sea ports.

Source: Saudi Press Agency