DUBAI: Just a few hours' drive west of Madinah is the historic port town of Yanbu, the second largest settlement on Saudi Arabia's western Red Sea coast. With its curious heritage and growing wealth of attractions, this unassuming coastal gem is fast becoming a must-visit destination in its own right.
Visitors to Yanbu can traipse along the town's historic harbor, enjoy Red Sea-caught fish prepared in the local style, and explore the recently restored Souq Al-Lail, or night market, where they can buy local dates, green mulukhiyah leaves, as well as other sweets and delicacies.
At night, the old harbor area comes alive with locals flocking to outdoor eateries overlooking the tranquil waters, protected from the waves by unspoilt coral reefs that have long lured divers to the coastline.
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Why Yanbu on the Red Sea is fast
General FictionJust a few hours' drive west of Madinah is the historic port town of Yanbu, the second largest settlement on Saudi Arabia's western Red Sea coast. With its curious heritage and growing wealth of attractions, this unassuming coastal gem is fast becom...
