'Asir Province
A highland mountain province in southwestern Saudi Arabia with a cool climate, distinctive painted traditional houses and mountain villages.
'Asir Province lies in southwestern Saudi Arabia, in the Sarawat Mountains, and includes the highlands where the country's highest peak is found. Summers are cool and misty, making it a popular escape from the heat. The capital, Abha, is known for its mountain scenery and cable car, the Soudah plateau is densely wooded, and the old village of Rijal Almaa preserves multistory stone tower houses. The traditional women's wall art, Al-Qatt Al-Asiri, is inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. Summer is the most popular season, and the gateway is Abha International Airport.