Jabal Sawda

The peak rises to 3,015 meters above sea level, standing as a prominent feature within the Sarawat Mountains along the western Arabian Peninsula.

The mountain paths served as vital trade routes connecting the coastal plains to the high plateau regions before the construction of modern roads.

Local tribes maintain agricultural traditions on the mountain slopes, growing crops adapted to the cooler temperatures and higher altitudes.

The summit area contains several facilities including a radio tower, hotels, and a cable car system for visitors accessing the mountain peak.

The mountain experiences frequent cloud coverage due to moist air from the Red Sea, creating a microclimate different from surrounding Saudi Arabian regions.

Elevation above the sea: 3,133 m

GPS coordinates: 18.26559,42.36756

Latest update: August 30, 2025 13:29