Baljurashi
governorate in Saudi Arabia
Baljurashi also spelled as Biljurashi (Arabic: بِـلْـجُـرَشِي, romanized: Biljurashī) is a city and governorate in Al-Baha Province, south-western Saudi Arabia, and includes several towns and villages.
Overview
Baljurashi is a medium-sized governorate located in the Al-Baha Province of southwestern Saudi Arabia. It was historically the capital of the province that includes the tribes of Ghamd and Zahran. The governorate lies on the Sarawat Mountains and serves as a major summer resort, known for its pleasant climate and natural beauty. The temperature usually varies between 2 °C (36 °F) in winter and 30 °C (86 °F) in summer. The best time to visit is from mid-August until the end of September.
A notable feature of Baljurashi is its forests, such as Raghadan Forest, which are so lush that visitors often find it hard to believe they are in Saudi Arabia. The governorate is referred to as "the land of one thousand and one watchtowers" and is known for its ancient seasonal camel trail, famously named "camel steps." These man-made steps were designed to help camels ascend the steep escarpment, and they stretch all the way down to the base of the mountains.
Most of the native people of Baljurashi reside outside the governorate; however, a significant number return during the summer vacation, leading to a considerable population increase during that period.
The people of Baljurashi have played an important role in the development of Saudi Arabia.
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