The Empty Quarter

The Empty Quarter
Not much out here, hence the name! Highway 15 continues east from Najran into the middle of the Empty Quarter on a 330kms journey to Sharourah. Nothing to visit in Sharourah, but the journey from Najran includes canyons of sand dunes either side of the road. And you'll see plenty of Bedouin leading the same style of life as they have led for centuries.

Directions (from Jeddah)

• See Abha and Khamis Mushayt and Najran,  and continue following highway 15 east from Khamis. Once you reach Sharourah, turn around and head back to Najran.

Tips

• See tips for Abha and Khamis Mushayt and Najran.

• Don't forget to have plenty of petrol and water with you.