SASaudi Heritage Atlas

Capital · Dammam

Eastern Province

The largest province by area, with an ancient Gulf maritime culture, the Al-Ahsa oasis, and the oil fields that changed the modern economy.

Highlights

  • Al-Ahsa Oasis
  • Tarut Island
  • Dammam No. 7
  • Pearling heritage

This province profile is being expanded with history, food, dress, dialect and architecture.

Sources

  1. 1.Al-Ahsa Oasis, an Evolving Cultural Landscape — UNESCO World Heritage CentreUNESCO
  2. 2.AramcoWorld magazine archive — Aramco AmericasMagazine