The lush landscapes of Al Ahsa are a world away from Saudi’s sand dunes and desert plains. Nestled between Riyadh and Dammam and stretching into the Rub Al Khali, Al Ahsa is a UNESCO-listed city and home to one of the world’s largest natural oases. Here you’ll find natural desert springs, green farmland and some of the region’s finest dates, interspersed by a string of ancient archaeological sites.