A tourist tour of the Washm region (Al-Qasab Heritage Village, Shaqra, Ashaiqer)

Discover Al-Washem: Heritage, History & Local Life

Join a licensed local guide on a day trip about 150 km northwest of Riyadh to discover three beautiful historic towns: Al-Qasab, Shaqra, and Ushaiqer.

What You Will Do

🏘️ Qasab Heritage Village
Walk through the old village, see traditional houses, old walls and gates, and visit heritage houses and museums. Learn how people lived and worked in the past and hear interesting local stories.

🧂 Qasab Salt Area
Visit the traditional salt fields and see how salt is produced. Learn about this old local tradition and, when conditions allow, enjoy walking in the salty water.

🦅 Birds & Animals Museum
Visit a unique small museum with birds and domestic animals.

🏛️ Historic Shaqra
Explore the old town, visit Al-Subaie Palace, walk through the historic markets, and discover local history and traditional life.

🏘️ Ushaiqer Heritage Village
Walk through the narrow streets and traditional houses of beautiful Ushaiqer. Visit the Al-Salem Museum and learn about traditional Saudi homes and everyday life.

🍽️ Traditional Saudi Food
Enjoy a local meal with traditional dishes such as Jareesh, Qursan, and Saudi rice.

What to Expect

This is a relaxed cultural experience with walking, sightseeing, history, local stories, museums, traditional food, and photography.

You will discover the history and culture of central Saudi Arabia with a licensed local guide, in English or Arabic.