The Touristic City of Jawatha

Jawatha is located in the northeast of Al Hofuf, and it is a tourist city that was opened in 2018 to be a distinctive destination that includes historical monuments, popular markets, and enjoyable activities. It welcomes visitors daily from 8:00 am to midnight. Jawatha is a historic area rich in monuments, as it was one of the first places to settle in the Eastern Province before Islam. It contained small stone tools dating back to the Stone Age, about 4000 years BC. The reason for its inhabitants choosing it in that era was its fertile agricultural land, numerous natural water springs, and active commercial movement. It was a transit station after the Uqair port that traders used to transport goods. In addition to its religious importance, its people were among the first to embrace Islam in the region, and it has the historic Jawatha Mosque, which is one of the oldest mosques in Al Ahsa. In the touristic city of Jawatha, you can enjoy paragliding shows, karting, paintball, amusement parks, and boating on the lake. You can also go shopping at Hajer Traditional Souq, which contains popular stores designed with a style that imitates the old construction of Al Ahsa, offering various traditional goods such as local pottery and souvenirs suitable for purchase and gifting. The city also includes various restaurants and cafes, such as Hakookah Restaurant, which serves Kuwaiti cuisine, and Om Ali Restaurant, which offers fresh traditional baked goods. Jawatha also has a zoo, spaces for cultural and entertainment events, and green areas for walking and camping. Entry to the city requires a nominal fee of ten Saudi riyals per person.