Al-Shafa Center: Scenic Tourism Hub in Taif’s Mountainous Terrain

Sanaa Hasan July 31, 2024

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Al-Shafa Center: Scenic Tourism Hub in Taif's Mountainous Terrain

Al-Shafa Center in Taif Province is a popular tourist destination, known for its stunning landscapes among mountains and highlands.

It boasts natural springs, cloud-kissed peaks, and appealing rainy weather, drawing visitors year-round. This makes it a major competitor in attracting tourists to the fertile mountainous regions of the Kingdom and a prominent icon in the tourism sector.

Taif Province’s Growth

The tourism sector in Al-Shafa Center is crucial for Taif Province’s economic growth. Additionally, it features many projects like hotels, resorts, and residential complexes that align with global standards for environmental and rural development. These projects offer tourists a chance to explore local heritage and cultural landmarks. They also incorporate native elements of the land, helping the local population showcase their inherited identity.

Moreover, the land of Al-Shafa, elevated and standing along the Sarawat mountain range, influenced by the essence of nature, relies on the attractions enjoyed by its residents, who possess strong community values known for their generosity, hospitality, and welcoming nature towards all visitors.

Tourism enthusiast Nasim Al-Rubaie confirmed that the Al-Shafa Center is based on several goals that have made it a cultural tourism icon. Firstly is the authenticity of the local community, which forms the core of the goal. Secondly, developing products derived from their land so that they provide a documented message about their local culture to visitors, especially from the Gulf countries and around the world. Thirdly, marketing their products in an attractive manner.

The new generation has introduced visitors to a book titled ‘Culture for the Community,’ focusing on cultural and recreational tourism. This book has attracted external participants to Shafa Taif’s economy. Furthermore, the community has developed ways to benefit from tourism for sustainable livelihoods, led by an enthusiastic new generation eager to share their culture globally.