Turabah: Volcanic mountains in Turabah Governorate are among its most prominent natural landmarks, shaping a distinctive geographical identity through dark rock formations that extend across vast areas interwoven with valleys, ravines, and plains, forming striking landscapes that reflect the richness of the geological heritage and diverse terrain in the southeastern part of Makkah Region.
According to Saudi Press Agency, these mountains stand out for their solid volcanic formations dating back to ancient geological eras, with black rocks scattered across the lava fields resembling natural sculptures shaped over time. Tour guide Adel Manahi Al-Buqami highlighted that Jabal Hadan is one of the most famous natural landmarks in Turabah, distinguished by its towering black mountain range linked to Arab heritage and historical routes, from which several valleys and ravines descend.
Al-Buqami added that the surrounding valley has formed a natural extension that contributed to the emergence of settlement and agricultural areas throughout successive historical periods. He noted that these natural formations are connected to several well-known valleys, particularly Wadi Turabah, one of the region's largest and most extensive valleys. It originates in the Sarawat Mountains and flows through long routes that have helped create a rich agricultural and natural environment.
Furthermore, an underground dam linked to several water tributaries sustains the surrounding vegetation cover and revitalizes nearby lands during rainfall seasons, ensuring the continuation of agricultural practices and maintaining the ecological balance in the region.