Al-Baha to transform into a stunning landscape of white and pink blossoms of almond trees
09 Jan 2025
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In the winter, Saudi Arabia's southwestern province of Al-Baha transforms into a breathtaking environment, with gardens and parks covered with white and pink almond tree flowers. This year's almond blossom season in the region is spectacular, with optimal climatic conditions fostering dense, vivid petals. Local farmers are hopeful about the impending harvest, carefully tending to the trees to secure the highest yield.
Almond production is a long-standing tradition in Al-Baha, contributing significantly to the local economy by providing job opportunities for farmers and increasing agricultural trade. The gorgeous almond flowers also draw tourists, promoting the rise of ecotourism in the region.
Almond trees are grown extensively in the Sarawat Mountains in Al-Baha, as well as in the governorates of Baljurashi, Al Mandaq, and Bani Hassan.