New 'Dark Sky' Destination in the Middle East Aims to Thrive on Astrotourism

In a recent article highlighting Saudi Arabia’s burgeoning astrotourism, Bahraini photographer Sara Sami shares her passion for stargazing in the Kingdom’s remote deserts, particularly at the breathtaking “Edge of the World” cliff. Her experiences reflect a growing trend, as Saudi Arabia now boasts the first-ever Dark Sky Parks in the Middle East: AlUla Manara and AlGharameel Nature Reserves, certified by DarkSky International for their minimal light pollution and preservation initiatives. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to enhance tourism while protecting natural nightscapes, which play a significant role in cultural folklore and ecosystems. As tourism expands, projects like the upcoming Red Sea Destination aim to ensure sustainable practices and limit human impact, allowing visitors to reconnect with the celestial heritage celebrated by ancient cultures across the Arabian Peninsula.

New ‘Dark Sky’ Destination in the Middle East Aims to Thrive on Astrotourism

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