Jabal Ikmah
Overview
A rocky canyon northwest of AlUla whose faces carry hundreds of inscriptions carved into the stone in the era of the Dadanite and Lihyanite kingdoms. Visitors call it the open library, and a monument on site records its inscription in the International Register of UNESCO's Memory of the World Programme. Rated 4.6 from 579 Google reviews.
Details
What you see
The canyon runs between tall sandstone walls, and its rocks carry line after line of inscriptions, some incised, some in relief, alongside carved animals and human figures. Visitor reviews describe the writings as telling of the people's lives and customs, and note that some are dated by the reigns of Lihyanite kings.
Ancient Inscriptions Academy
At the entrance stands a timber pavilion signed "Ancient Inscriptions Academy" (visible in the gallery photographs), with display tables of carved stone samples, a wall bearing the Dadanite alphabet, and a workshop where visitors carve their own name in Dadanite script. Reviewers also mention a small gift shop and a reception area with refreshments.
The route
The visit is made as a guided tour covering both the Dadan site and Jabal Ikmah, with small vehicles moving between the two. The path inside the canyon is paved and marked.
Sources: the Google Maps listing, documented visitor reviews, and the signage photographed on site.
Experience Schedules & Availability
Sunday, Thursday: 8:00 AM, 5:00 PM
Friday and Saturday: closed
Hours as listed on the Google Maps profile. Booking the ticket in advance is recommended.
What’s included
- Facilities listed on the Google profile
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- On-site services
- Suitable for children
- Advance booking recommended
- And what visitors mention in their reviews
- Guides who explain the inscriptions and the history of the two kingdoms
- A workshop for carving your name in Dadanite script
- A small gift shop
- A reception area with refreshments
- Small vehicles shuttling between Dadan and Jabal Ikmah
Prices & Packages
Entry ticket: SAR 60 per person
Source: the ticketing module on the Google Maps profile, attributed to the official website — matched by visitor reviews stating that the Dadan and Jabal Ikmah tour costs SAR 60 per person, booked through the official site or the Experience AlUla app.
Additional fees may apply to other services. Prices are subject to change; please confirm with the operator before booking.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets are sold by the site operator, and the cancellation and refund policy is theirs. For enquiries: 9200 25003 or the official site experiencealula.com.