夏爾降坡公路, Mountain road in Abha region, Saudi Arabia.
The Sha'ar Descent Road is a mountain route in the Abha region that winds through steep terrain for about 58 kilometers. It drops significantly in elevation as it connects Abha city to Al-Mahayil in the lower areas.
The road was constructed by Taiwan's Veterans Engineering Corps between 1977 and 1983 as an ambitious project to connect isolated areas. The engineering approach had to adapt to the challenging mountain environment.
The road construction became the subject of a documentary film that received recognition at the 20th Golden Horse Awards.
Drivers should prepare for steep sections and sharp curves that require full attention and reduced speeds. It is wise to have your vehicle checked before driving and to carry water and emergency supplies.
The construction project later became the subject of a documentary film that gained recognition at the 20th Golden Horse Awards. This film captured the remarkable engineering challenges faced during the project.
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