The Edge of the World (حافة العالم)

  • The Edge of the World (حافة العالم) is a 2-hour drive at the rocky desert from Sadus Village in northwest of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
  • Photo by yours truly circa 2012.
  • Camera: Canon 5D Mark II
  • Lens: Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
  • Location: حافة العالم
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Your photo is so beautiful, so is your lovely signature watermarked on the edge of the photo.

But, I am not happy with you.

Are you shy?

Or do you want to keep the information of this beautiful place to yourself, dear “Yours Truly”?

We want details;

  1. When did you go to this place?
  2. Why did you go to this place?
  3. Is this a Tourist attraction?
  4. How did you manage to get a photo of this place with noone in sight?
  5. Did you do any work on the photo?
  6. At what time of the day did you take the photo?
  7. Is the place Accessible?
  8. Do you have to pay to visit this place?
  9. How close is the closest international Airport to this place?
  10. Can you find Tour Guides here?
  11. Are there people who communicate in English here for those who don’t speak Arabic?
  12. Most interestingly; "why is this place called 'The Edge of the world’s?

We can find on this information on Google, we can find this photo too on map, but the essence of you sharing with us is so that we can be enthusiastic about visiting this place, and feel the same ginger that led you there. @trailblazer_sam

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Hi @Ewaade_3A ,

Thank you for the comment.

Per your request, kindly find below details:

  • When did you go to this place? December 2011
  • Why did you go to this place? I love outdoor activities.
  • Is this a Tourist attraction? Yes. It is one of the Kingdom’s tourist spots.
  • Did you do any work on the photo? Just for fun.
  • At what time of the day did you take the photo? Around 11:00AM (AST)
  • Is the place Accessible? Yes, but preferably 4x4 SUVs.
  • Do you have to pay to visit this place? It’s free.
  • How close is the closest International Airport to this place? Closest airport is the King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh (RUH), Saudi Arabia.
  • Can you find Tour Guides here? Yes, if you prefer Travel Tours agencies.
  • Are there people who communicate in English here for those who don’t speak Arabic? Absolutely yes.
  • Most interestingly; "why is this place called 'The Edge of the world’s? It is a local version of Preikestolen, Norway except that the location is in the middle of desert as the nearest highway is a 2-hour drive rocky road.

Hmm! It’s such a delight to read your reply, Thank you @trailblazer_sam

Now, I will share with you something.

When we talk about "Accessibility here on Connect, we are not just talking about Accessible roads, we are talking about; if everyone irrespective of their physical conditions can visit and enjoy this place. :wheelchair:

So, it’s asking if there are special features in place.

“Did you do any work on the photo?”, I am asking if you ‘edited it’ :blush: :grimacing:

Your skills must be way out of the roof by now if you took a photo this nice as far back as 2011! You are a real Trailblazer!

Happy to Connect with you, What name do I call you?

Now, I will introduce to you my most favorite person who lives in Saudi Arabia @fasi6083

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As far as the place is concern, it is not advisable to PWD to visit the area 'coz there is no available service access.
I am really sorry for intentionally skipping your Q #5 :v:.
You can call me, Sam. :wink:
Hello there @fasi6083 !

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Hello Sam @trailblazer_sam , Good to see a local guide from Riyadh on Connect. I live in Khobar and work in a university Technology Transfer Office. Have you been to Khobar?

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:grinning: please feel free, Sam.

Now I learnt a new word; more like an Acronym; PWD "Person with a Disability.

Welcome to Connnect @trailblazer_sam

Hope to see more of you.

Thank you @fasi6083 for responding almost immediately :heart:

Kisses to my young loves

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That’s great Sir @fasi6083 !
Yes. I’ve been there many times.
My first Khobar experience was during the kick-off meeting of GSM L+1 project with MOBILY way back 2003.
The recent visit was a couple of years already.

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