Al-Ahsa Oasis
Al-Ahsa is one of the largest natural oases in the world, with more than two million date palms, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overview
Al-Ahsa (Arabic: الأحساء) is an oasis in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, centred on the city of Hofuf. It is one of the largest natural oases in the world and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2018.
The oasis
The oasis contains more than two million date palms and is irrigated by a network of natural springs and canals. It has been continuously settled for thousands of years and was a major centre of the ancient Dilmun and later civilisations.
Significance
The site is a remarkable example of a continuing oasis culture and a major agricultural centre of the Kingdom.