Hejaz Railway is a historic railway located in the urban area of Madain Saleh, Saudi Arabia. Construction of the railway began in 1900, and the route passed through deserts and canyons, with tunnels and bridges laid along the way, a testament to the technical achievements of the time. It is now an important tourist attraction in the area, attracting many tourists and researchers to explore history and culture.
Historic railway is listed by UNESCO
Construction on the narrow-gauge Hijaz Railway began in 1900, when most of the Middle East was part of the Ottoman Empire. The aim of the Hijaz Railway was to connect the rest of the Ottoman Empire to...
Historic railway is listed by UNESCO
Construction on the narrow-gauge Hijaz Railway began in 1900, when most of the Middle East was part of the Ottoman Empire. The aim of the Hijaz Railway was to connect the rest of the Ottoman Empire to...
area closed until further notice
The Hegra Hijaz Railway Station and associated buildings are closed until further notice as the area is being developed into a boutique hotel. No access for visitors at this time
area closed until further notice
The Hegra Hijaz Railway Station and associated buildings are closed until further notice as the area is being developed into a boutique hotel. No access for visitors at this time
Basic
Some basic info a train to take pictures of and some restored buildings. Stopped at a few places similar on the drive from Yanbu to Al Ula.