10 Ancient Middle Eastern Wonders Beyond Petra

9. AlUla Old Town, Saudi Arabia

AlUla Old Town lies at the crossroads of ancient pilgrimage and trade, revealing a patchwork of mudbrick houses and winding streets. Long abandoned and nearly lost to time, AlUla has found new life as Saudi Arabia invests in heritage tourism. Today, it’s a destination for guided tours, cultural events, and immersive history festivals like “Winter at Tantora.”