Old Town, Al-Ula
The Old Town is an archaeological site near al-‘Ulā, Medina Province, Saudi Arabia. It is known as al-Dirah. Inside al-Dīrah are ancient heritage buildings, mosques, and markets, dating back about seven centuries, currently under restoration development. This town is away from Hegra. The heritage town looks like a single building due to the crowding of its 870 residential units. These units are separated by narrow and winding alleys. The town is divided into two districts: al-Shqīq in the north and al-Ḥilf in the south.
Remaining monuments (archeological sites)
- Mousa Bin Nusayr castle.
- Tantora which was a guide for farmers to know the growing seasons and the timing of water distribution.
- The sundial clock in the south of the town.