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Hima Cultural Area

An ancient zone with thousands of petroglyphs and inscriptions depicting life and culture over millennia in southwestern Arabia.

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Saudi Arabia's Hima Cultural Area features impeccable rock carvings that date back to prehistoric times. With over 7,000 years worth of inscriptions from travelers, camping armies, farmers, and more- this is a sight that is a must for any archaeology lover.

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Hima Cultural Area Guides

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