Saudi Arabia has inaugurated the Kingdom’s largest dancing fountain at Al Wadi Resort in the Asir region, as part of a private-sector tourism development designed to draw domestic visitors to the country’s southwest.
The fountain reaches 120 metres, making it the second tallest in the Middle East and third tallest in the world. Built at a cost of more than SR16 million, it circulates more than seven million litres of water and is expected to become one of Asir’s flagship visitor draws.
The structure sits at the centre of a tourism complex spanning more than 300,000 square metres, incorporating gardens, farms, restaurants, cafés, a theatre and indoor event halls.
A 60,000-square-metre heritage village modelled on the history and culture of the Asir region forms a separate anchor, with traditional markets and shops showcasing local crafts and heritage. A heritage museum is due to open next month.
Daily entertainment runs from 1pm to midnight, including fountain performances, stage shows and seasonal programming aimed at extending the summer tourism season.
