Ancient Incense Road Exploring AlUla, Hegra and a forgotten trade route

Discover the hidden stories of the Ancient Incense Road, a 2,500-year-old trade route that connected Arabia with Egypt, Mesopotamia, and the Mediterranean.

Follow explorer Hareth as he journeys through UNESCO World Heritage Sites in AlUla like Hegra, exploring stunning tombs, oases, and ancient trade hubs.

Highlights:
Explore Hegra’s carved monuments and its cultural exchange with ancient civilisations.
Uncover the Lion Tombs and the Dadanite Kingdom, showcasing early Arabian ingenuity.
Visit Tayma’s ancient wells, which sustained Arabian cities for centuries.

From frankincense and spices to architectural marvels, learn how these routes shaped human history and cultural exchange.

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