Uniquely located on top of a white rocky mountain with rugged terrain, Thee Ain historical village is one of Saudi Arabia’s most captivating sites, attracting heritage enthusiasts and architecture fans.
Nestled in the highlands of Tihamah, just 25 kilometers from Al Baha city, Thee Ain Village is one of the most important heritage villages in the Arabian Peninsula where architecture meets history to recount the story of the Kingdom’s rich cultural legacy.
The village has 49 multi-story buildings, designed as a continuous, tiered structure to appear as one singular, almost triangular shaped building, against the picturesque white marble mountains backdrop. Hence, it was called the “Marble Village.”
The 400-year-old houses were built from polished stone, with interiors finished in mud and mudbrick, in a strong testament to the unparalleled skills of ancient Saudi artisans.
The village’s pyramid-like design features three levels. At the top, forts are situated to defend the village. Meanwhile, the central area hosts palaces, houses, pathways, and a small mosque.
Moreover, Thee Ain Village boasts a charming natural beauty, with date palms and fruit trees overlooking the water spring, from which the village derived its name.
At Thee Ain Village, visitors can explore a variety of traditional handicrafts that showcase the mastery of Saudi artisans, as well as diverse agricultural produce, including banana, lemon, pepper, basil and Kadi.
