MAKKAH: In the Tayma oasis is Ibn Rumman Castle, an architectural gem and symbol of the heritage of the Tabuk region.
The castle is one of the most prominent heritage and cultural landmarks in the region, representing a key era in the evolution of traditional architecture in northern Saudi Arabia.
It tells the story of generations who laid the foundations of an enduring civilization, one whose legacy lives in the Tayma oasis today.
In an interview with Arab News, Abdul-Ilah Al-Fares, a member of the Saudi Heritage Preservation Society, emphasized the cultural significance of the site, describing the castle as “a reflection of our identity, a unique architectural landmark that has retained its form for more than three centuries.”
He said: “The castle is a true example of local building traditions in Tayma, where people relied on natural materials like stone, clay and mud bricks,” he added.
