Khamis Mushait Car Rental

The Green Mountain, or Jabal Thera, is located around 40 km to the southwest of downtown Khamis Mushait and is one of the region's most popular attractions. It is named after the green lights that help to light up the mountain at night, and visitors can opt to either hike up the mountain or take a cable car to the summit. In addition to the spectacular views, there are many attractions for visitors, including restaurants and cafés.

If you are looking to do some shopping during your time in Khamis Mushait, the Souq Al Khamis or Thursday Market is a great option. Visitors will find a range of items for sale, from clothes, food and spices, to jewelery and fragrances. Silver Souq is also well-known for selling items made from silver, including jewelery. Both of these markets provide an ideal opportunity to test your bartering skills, allowing you to buy items at great prices.

A more relaxed, family friendly shopping experience can be enjoyed at the Asdaf Mall Shopping Mall, which is great for an all-day shopping trip and offers local and global brands. Some of the common items for sale include clothes, perfumes and accessories. An entertainment area within the mall offers bowling and other activities, while the food area provides access to a number of popular restaurants and fast-food chains.

One of Khamis Mushait's most significant locations of interest for Muslims, as well as for those with an interest in the region's architecture, is the Khamis Mushait Grand Mosque, which is sometimes referred to as the King Fahd Mosque. If you are interested in the cultural history of the area, the Ancestral Heritage Museum has various items of interest on display, including swords, daggers, guns, spears, clothing and agricultural tools.

The city is home to a large number of restaurants, from international chains to independent restaurants offering local cuisine. Popular local dishes include tharid, a spicy lamb stew that is especially popular during Ramadan; martabak, a stuffed pancake; and kabsa, a mixed rice and meat dish. Meanwhile, those with a sweet tooth may wish to try "coconut dates" (Tumblr bel nargine). These treats are made from a blend of almonds, dates, cardamom, desiccated coconut and butter.

To drive in Saudi Arabia, you must be at least 18 years old, but drivers must be 21 or over to rent a car in Khamis Mushait and the rest of the country. Driver's licenses from some countries, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, European Union, Australia, New Zealand and the United Arab Emirates, can be used for up to three months. Licenses issued by other countries may only be valid when combined with an International Driving Permit.

Vehicles drive on the right and pass on the left, and seat belts must be worn by all occupants of a vehicle. It is important to take extra care during the night, as it is not uncommon for wild animals to cross the road. Motorists should also respect the call to prayer times and cease playing music in their vehicles during these periods.

The speed limits in Khamis Mushait and surrounding areas range from 50 km/h in the most urban areas to 120 km/h on national highways. Urban freeways will typically have a speed limit of 70 km/h. Some speed limit signs in the area may only feature Arabic numbers, so you should learn these before visiting or use a satellite navigation system or mobile app that provides up-to-date speed limit information. Cell phones are only permitted when used hands-free.

You should obey the speed limit at all times, as the punishment for speeding is likely to be a significant fine. Saudi Arabia also has some of the strictest laws in the world with regard to alcohol and recreational drugs. It is illegal to possess these substances, and the punishment for driving under the influence of either is likely to be a prison sentence.

Your driver's license will be revoked if you earn 24 points on your license. Running a red traffic light can result in 12 points on your license, while the use of a cell phone or failure to wear a seat belt both result in two points. Driving without appropriate lights or without fully functioning brakes can result in eight points on your license.

For drivers who wish to explore some of the locations around Khamis Mushait or use the city as a hub for travel around the country, Route 15 leads west from Khamis Mushait and will take you to the city of Abha, while Route 10 leads to the south-west, toward Al Shuqaiq. This then provides access to the coastal areas along the Red Sea, including Jizan.