Stargazing At Gharameel: Bewitching Experience In Saudi Arabia (image: instagram.com/experiencealula)
What is so alluring and enchanting about the stargazing experience at Gharameel? Gazing up at the sky and witnessing millions of stars is an event in itself in the secluded Gharameel Region of AlUla. It also offers an opportunity to escape from the buzz of the city.
Gharameel is known for its mystic dark skies, which are devoid of pollution, making the stargazing experience one of a kind. The surrounding landscape, covered by the beauty of the desert and mesmerizing rock formations, is a bewitching experience to behold.
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A guided stargazing tour provides a quality learning activity as well. Besides etching it into a lifelong memory, knowing about the sky and constellations adds to our knowledge system as well. Expert astronomers give exceptional insight and stories about the universe. The guidance enables the visitors to draw out the constellations and observe the movements of visible planets in the night sky.
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On full moon nights, the stargazing enthusiasts will take a short stroll to enjoy the marvel of the surrounding landscape and then set up camp to observe the night sky. On darker nights, the tour will focus on stars and constellations alone.
Aside from Gharameel, Rainbow Rock, Sharaan Nature Reserve, Elephant Rock, Ashar Valley, Wadi AlFann, Harrat Viewpoint, Old Town Rooftop Restaurants, and Madakheel are some other prominent spots offering stargazing experiences in AlUla.
