Najran ( Arabic : نجران Najrān ) is a province of Saudi Arabia , located in the south of the country. It has an area of 149,511 km². Its capital is Najran .
34-563: Najran is inhabited by the Yam tribe. A significant percentage of the province's inhabitants are Shia Ismaili . The current governor of the region is Prince Jiluwi bin Abdulaziz Al Saud . Similar to other ancient place names in Arabia, Najrān may have originally been the name of the whole oasis including all towns and villages. The old name of the ruins now known as "al-Ukhdūd", which may have been
68-481: A considerable number of individuals from various villages within the Abu Arish Governorate on a weekly basis to engage in commercial activities. The market displays a variety of traditional household items, including crockery, tools crafted from palm fronds, textiles utilized for clothing, agricultural implements, and animals. The market, which still exists today every Wednesday, is an ancient gathering place for
102-402: A dance which is used for wedding, or for happy occasions. Choirs come into rows and they sing poetry. Al-Razffah has a special time and special voice. Between the two rows two men meet each other and they dance in specific movements holding stilettos or sticks in their hands. Also there is another art that is (Laa'bat Ateran) done by black men. Since 2014, refugees have been killed after crossing
136-482: A total of 65 schools for girls and approximately 66 schools for boys. Source: Abu Arish City is home to a 150-bed public hospital that offers a range of medical specialties, in addition to two primary care centers. Among the most prominent hospitals located within the city: Abu Arish is the hometown of the Saudi Yarmouk Club, a third-division club that was established in 1390 AH. The city's stadiums include
170-575: A transformation, with the advent of new professions and the decline of older ones. Many individuals sought employment with the government or pursued non-manual self-employment, while commercial complexes and integrated markets emerged. The Abu Arish popular market is a significant commercial hub within the city. It is also known as the Robua Market and the Samil Market. It is a traditional market that has been in operation for an extended period, attracting
204-420: Is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Jazan Province Jazan Province , also spelled Jizan ( Arabic : جيزان , romanized : Jīzān ) is the second smallest (after Al-Bahah ) province of Saudi Arabia . It stretches 300 km (190 mi) along the southern Red Sea coast, just north of Yemen . It covers an area of 13,457 km and had a population of 1,404,997 at
238-655: Is a road 4.5 meters wide. It was built from concrete blocks, and has a system of water pipes which keeps the water cold. As-Saud Waterfall is located in Najran, and can be seen from a considerable distance away. Najran, a fertile valley in what is now southwestern Saudi Arabia at the foot of mountains bordering the vast stretch of desert known as the Empty Quarter, was traditionally home to Christian and Jewish communities, in addition to Sulaymani Ismailis and Zaidis . Christians have been absent from Najran for some centuries, and
272-539: Is an Arabian tribe that belongs to the Qahtanite branch of Arabian tribes, specifically the group known as Banu Hamdan , and are, therefore, native to southwestern Arabia . Their traditional way of life was well suited to life in the Arabian Desert and East Saharo-Arabian xeric shrublands they once lived in. Most have moved into small villages and given up their previous nomadic way of life. The tribe of Yam
306-540: Is home to migratory birds from Europe in winter. The region divides into three parts. Though the climate on the highlands is similar to the relatively wetter climate of ʽAsir, the coastal regions of Jizan province are part of Tihamah , probably the hottest place in the country, with mean maximum temperatures ranging from 40 °C (104 °F) in July to 31 °C (88 °F) in January. High humidity from coastal lagoons makes
340-553: Is known for being home to an ancient settlement of Christians in the Arabian peninsula. They signed the "Najran Pact" in the 7th century with the Islamic prophet, Muhammad , promising them fair treatment as "protected subjects" ( dhimmi ) of the newly conquered territories. The village is now abandoned. The local dishes in Najran include: Najran has some folk arts including traditional clay techniques. The houses are built of light tan clay in
374-526: Is spoken by over 90% of the inhabitants. Parts of Jizan was claimed to be part of a "Greater Yemen " by many Yemenis despite never being ruled from Yemen since the fall of the Himyarite Kingdom at 525 CE. Since that period, the areas of Jazan province has been mostly independent and it has also been part of the First Saudi state during the 18th century. Jazan has been annexed by Saudi Arabia in 1932 and
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#1732855383527408-531: The 17th century. Most Yam in Najran are Isma’ili while the Al-Ajman and Al Murrah branches who can be found in Saudi Arabia , Kuwait , Qatar , Bahrain are Sunni . Members of the tribe can be found throughout Saudi Arabia due to migration , particularly the areas around Jeddah and Dammam . Unlike some other tribes of southwestern Saudi Arabia , Yam have traditionally had a large bedouin section, due to
442-701: The 2022 census. The region has the highest population density in the Kingdom . The capital is the city of Jazan ; Prince Muhammad bin Nasser has been the Governor since April 2001. The region includes over 100 islands in the Red Sea. Jazan Economic City is a mega project that is planned to boost the economy of the region and make it part of the Saudi economic growth. The Farasan Islands , Saudi Arabia's first conservation protected area,
476-648: The Khushaiwa compound, with its Mansura mosque complex, is the spiritual capital of the Sulaymani branch of the Ismaili sect, one of two major strands of contemporary Ismailism . Most Ismailis in Najran belong to one of two tribes: Yam and the Hamdan . There are also some Sunnis of the Yam tribe, both recent converts as well as those who have adhered to Sunni Islam for centuries. Najran
510-528: The Kingdom, as it is situated within this area. The climate is characterized by mild winters, with temperatures reaching 18 degrees Celsius, and a hot, humid summer, with temperatures reaching 35 degrees Celsius. During the summer, monsoon winds and sandstorms are common, particularly in the afternoon and evening, and are called by the locals (Ghubra). On some days, the intensity of the winds increases, resulting in decreased visibility for several hours. This can lead to
544-480: The Saudi border by the Saudi Border Guard . Since 2023, at least several hundred Ethiopian refugees have been killed at the border between Yemen and the provinces Jazan , ʽAsir , and Najran. The Saudis also used explosive weapons . 17°29′30″N 44°07′56″E / 17.49167°N 44.13222°E / 17.49167; 44.13222 Banu Yam Banu Yam ( Arabic : بنو يام , Banū Yām )
578-468: The border between Yemen and the provinces Jazan, ʽAsir and Najran . The border guards allegedly also used explosive weapons . Abu Arish is the capital and center of the Abu Arish Governorate in southwestern Saudi Arabia . It is situated to the east of the city of Jizan at the intersection of longitude 42.30 and latitude 16.30. The city of Abu Arish has been known since ancient times under
612-488: The central town, probably corresponds to Ramat. Najran contains three geographical areas. First, the flat area which lies in the middle of Najran. It has several valleys, the most famous of them being Najran’s valley. Second, the mountainous area which is in the west and the north. There the weather is moderate in summer. It has several parks shaded by nabk trees. It has important governorate centers: Habuna governorate, Badr El-Junoob governorate and Yadmah governorate. Many of
646-439: The city market serving as a pivotal economic hub within the region. The weekly market day occurs on Wednesdays, during which traders engage in commercial activities involving both regional and external markets. These activities encompass the import and export of various products. Each profession had its own market, with a sheikh responsible for the affairs of its affiliates. As the region developed, traditional trade methods underwent
680-435: The climate even less bearable than it would be otherwise. Rainfall is extremely low at less than 75 millimetres (3 inches) per year. Sabya is located in the center between the mountain and the beach. The region is now sub-divided into 17 governorates (following the creation of the governorates of At-Tuwal from part of Samtah, Fayfa from part of Jizan, and Harub from part of Al-Aydabi) as follows: The Arabic language
714-414: The dam captures a significant portion of these precipitation levels. Conversely, in other years, there are minimal rainfall events that are insufficient for agricultural production. The city of Abu Arish is distinguished by its geographical positioning, situated at the nexus of the region's principal urban centers. The local population is predominantly engaged in agricultural and commercial activities, with
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#1732855383527748-581: The formation of sand dunes, as well as irregular local winds that blow with great force for brief periods. These winds are characterized by high temperatures, low humidity, and the presence of sand and dust clouds. The humidity level is 50% in the area west of the Jizan Valley Dam and decreases as we head east. The precipitation occurs during the late summer and early fall months and is characterized by irregular patterns. In some years, there are heavy rainfall events that support agricultural activities, and
782-511: The mountains are distinguished by granite rocks, where marble and granite are quarried,. Third, the sandy area which lies in the east and is a part of the Empty Quarter . It is extremely rich in oil and water. Najran Valley Dam is considered to be one of the most important civil places in Najran Region because of its position and scenery. It is 35 km from Najran town. On this dam, there
816-399: The name Darb al-Naja . In the early seventh century AH, it served as the capital of Al-Mekhlaf Al-Sulaymani. Abu Arish is one of the historical cities known since the fourth century AH, as it is located on the pilgrims' route, and its origins and history can be recognized from the study of Al-Mekhlaf Al-Sulaymani by historian and writer Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Aqili . He stated that the area
850-450: The north, Al Aridhah Governorate in the east, and Jazan Emirate in the west. Abu Arish was previously known as Darb al-Naja. The name Abu Arish was derived from a man who came for pilgrimage and passed through the village of Abu Arish at that time. Upon his return, he again passed through the village. He built a pergola (Arish in Arabic) made of wood and straw to educate the village's sons in
884-550: The people of Abu Arish and its surroundings. The city of Abu Arish has been known for study circles since old times, as circles were held in the city's mosques to teach the Qur'an and Hadith . From it's notable scholars include Abdullah ibn Ali al-Amoudi and his son, Saleh ibn Abdullah al-Amoudi, as well as Abdullah Adam, Muhammad Zakri, and Musa al-Manqari. Subsequently, Abdullah Al-Qaraawi's educational institutions were established, and over time, conventional schools proliferated, reaching
918-469: The proximity of their territories to the formidable desert known as the Empty Quarter . They are also different from some of their neighboring tribes in that they are recorded to have repeatedly raided the neighboring region of Najd , reaching as far north as Dhruma near Riyadh during the time of the First Saudi State in 1775, and causing much panic. This article related to Shia Islam
952-459: The region. Such projects include, installing a sewage treatment line, sewage network, sewage connections for households, and a station for pumping. Since 2014, in relation to the civil war in Yemen , there have been reports of alleged shooting of Ethiopian migrants illegally crossing the Saudi border by the Saudi Border Guard . Since 2023, at least several hundred Ethiopian migrants have been killed at
986-516: The remaining Jewish community is Yemenite Jews that migrated to Najran and have left in 1949, following the establishment of the state of Israel . Najran's Zaidi community in 2008 numbers around 2,000. The 2004 Saudi census put the number of inhabitants in Najran at around 408,000. Sulaymani Ismailis, widely believed to constitute a large majority of the Najrani population, share an identity based on historical, cultural, and religious roots. In Najran city,
1020-404: The sciences of religion and jurisprudence. When visiting this jurist, one might say, "I am going to Abu Arish," meaning the owner of the arish which is how the village got its name. Abu Arish is situated in the southern region of Saudi Arabia , to the east of Jizan , which serves as the administrative capital of the area. The climate of Abu Arish is similar to that of the southwestern region of
1054-464: The shape of a rectangle. On the other hand, Najran has different kinds of traditional dance. For example, Al-Zamil which is an enthusiastic kind of poetry refers to special occasion in which so many men share together in the middle of a circle formed by old men. The stanzas of Al-Zamil are chosen carefully to express the subject for the occasion. Furthermore, Al-Zamil is considered to express emotions, and some time for apologies. Al-Razffah describes
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1088-529: Was also the progenitor of two other important tribes: the Al Murrah and the 'Ujman of eastern Saudi Arabia and the Persian Gulf coast. The Yam are notable among the tribes of Saudi Arabia for the majority of its members who follow the small Sulaymani Isma'ili branch of Shi'ite Islam . Religious leadership is currently in the hands of the al-Makrami clan , who joined Yam through alliance some time in
1122-585: Was defended from a Yemeni invasion that lead to the Saudi–Yemeni War (1934) and Imam Yahya suspended Yemen's claim to the region in the treaty of Taif . Though many Yemeni nationalists continued to claim Jizan until the issue was settled formally and finally in the Saudi-Yemeni border agreement of 2000. In 2019, the Saudi Government allocated $ 213 million to implement water and environmental projects in
1156-471: Was initially inhabited by the Al-Hakami and Al-Jibril families and that it had been in existence for a much longer period of time, previously known as "Darb al-Naja." The city is of strategic location due to its role as a transportation hub, connecting numerous governorates via a network of regional roads. It is situated at a pivotal point between Ahad al Masarihah Governorate in the south, Damad Governorate in
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