Najran: Najran Region is home to a significant collection of early Islamic inscriptions that trace the evolution of Arabic calligraphy-from Musnad and Nabataean to Kufic and the modern Saudi font-positioning it as a destination of considerable scientific and cultural value.
According to Saudi Press Agency, Chairman of the Najran Society for History and Archaeology Mohammed Al Hetailah noted that Islamic inscriptions are found across several sites in the region. Al-Tharwa Mountain features Kufic inscriptions dating to the first and second centuries AH, classified as "faith signatures" left by travelers, while Al-Aan Mountain holds inscriptions documenting family and tribal names. The Hima Cultural Area, a primary water source for caravans, also contains a diverse collection of Islamic inscriptions.
Archaeological surveys have documented more than 200 Kufic inscriptions across multiple sites, some dating to the second and third centuries AH.
The Heritage Commission continues its scientific survey and documentation efforts, developing plans for the protection, maintenance, and cultural promotion of these sites to preserve them for future generations.