Ḥaʼil Province

The Hail Province extends across 103,887 square kilometers of desert terrain, incorporating mountain ranges, archaeological sites, and numerous settlements within its boundaries.

Prior to 1922, the region operated as the independent Emirate of Jabal Shammar until King Abdulaziz incorporated it into the newly formed Saudi state.

The province maintains deep connections to the Shammar tribe, whose members represent a substantial portion of the regional population and contribute to local traditions.

The provincial capital, Hail city, functions as a transportation hub with direct road connections to Medina, Riyadh, and other major Saudi cities.

Archaeological excavations at An Nasim revealed stone tools dating back 350,000 years, establishing the region as one of the earliest human settlements in northern Arabia.

Location: Saudi Arabia

Capital city: Ha'il

Elevation above the sea: 1,277 m

Shares border with: Al-Jowf Province, Northern Borders Province

Website: https://spaceref.com/earth/%e1%b8%a5ail-province-saudi-arabia-as-seen-by-sentinel-2

GPS coordinates: 27.00000,42.00000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:13