Muhayil Aseer

A Dreamy Winter Song

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Nestled among the Sarawat peaks, 80 km from the city of Abha, Muhayil Asir lies like a dreamy tune. At an elevation close to sea level, its moderate climate boasts mild winters and warm summers, making it a luxurious winter retreat for mountain dwellers. The region's natural diversity of green plains, flowing valleys, and moderate rainfall yields lush fields of top-quality vegetables, fruits, and Tehama grains like corn, which enter into various delicious local dishes, alongside the signature dish that draws many a traveler: "Muhayil Haneez.”
Visitors to Muhayil Asir find a peaceful refuge at Al Haila Park, stretching along the banks of Wadi Hali, one of the kingdom's largest valleys, or by venturing to Wadi Qana with its lush orchards and dense trees, or enjoying a complete view of the city from the summit of Jabal Al Muqaysera Park, which divides Muhayil into eastern and western sections. Adventurous spirits can soar in paragliding from the peak of this mountain or from the lookout of Jabal Hada.
For those keen on uncovering the city’s unique secrets, one can delve deeper into Muhayil Asir at its traditional market, wandering through vibrant bazaars brimming with local produce and the bounty of surrounding villages, trying on traditional attire, tasting local flavors, and chatting with its friendly inhabitants.
The locals share stories of Muhayil Asir’s ancient heritage, its castles and fortresses dating back centuries, rock inscriptions, and historical writings, particularly visible in Wadi Nakhalin. They extend an open invitation to visit the "Al Ghaleelah" well, one of many in Muhayil, to taste its flowing water that naturally supplies Muhayil Asir with fresh water.