Beaches of the city of Umluj, on the coast of the Red Sea, ranked 41st on BeachAtlas’ list of the 100 best beaches around the world, reported Al Arabiya.
The beaches are distinguished with their turquoise waters and golden sand. The list described the beaches as an ideal haven for visitors who are looking to relax by the crystal clear waters of the Red Sea.
Moreover, the evaluation criteria included: diversity and inclusion, classic beauty, lifestyle, cultural importance, and sense of belonging to the community, according to experts.
“Umluj is one of the most famous Saudi cities whose beaches are famous for the turquoise waters,” Abdulelah Alfares, a specialist in Saudi heritage and antiquities, told Al Arabiya.
It is a small city located northwest of Saudi Arabia, 150 km north of Yanbu next to the Red Sea. Umluj, “the Maldives of Saudi Arabia” is an archipelago consisting of 104 small islands with turquoise and crystal waters and white sand. On its beaches more than 300 types of coral reefs can be seen in the Red Sea.
“The picturesque beaches in Umluj boast beautiful views of pure and clear sand,” added Alfares.
People can also enjoy wildlife, places to stay and hike, and an environment that combines the mountain, and the sea at the same time making it one the most popular beaches for tourists.
In addition to its moderate climate, it is one of the tourist destinations for many residents of the regions and it has a clean, pristine beach.
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