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FARASAN ISLANDS , SAUDI ARABIA

The Farasan Islands (reputedly known as the Maldives of Saudi Arabia) are a group of 170 islands situated off the southwestern coast of Saudi Arabia and approximately 25 miles (40 kilometres) from the city of Jazan. The islands are accessible via a ferry which is free to use but advisable to book in advance. If you are really well organised, then you can even take your car with you on the same ferry at no extra cost (ie free). The islands are renowned for their exceptional biodiversity, and the area is protected and recognised as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This designation recognises the critical importance of the pristine coral reefs, dense mangrove forests and extensive seagrass meadows providing vital habitats for numerous marine species, including endangered sea turtles and a rich variety of fish. The islands are also famous for their historical legacy. Visible remnants include the coral-stone ruins of Al Qassar, the Al Rifai House, the Ottoman Fort and the Al Najdi Mosque which is one of the oldest sites of worship featuring paintings and inscriptions from India. The Farasan Islands were originally known as Portus Ferresanus, and it is speculated that the islands were once a Roman garrison. #TheWhereToGo #WhereToGo #travel #tourism #explore #SaudiArabia #VisitSaudi #KSA #ExploreSaudi #LoveSaudi #MiddleEast #Riyadh #Jeddah #JeddahTower #Vision2030 #Taif #AlBahah #Abha #Jazan #Farasan #FarasanIsland #Najran