Old Town, Al-Ula

The Old Town is an archaeological site near al-Ula, Medina Province, Saudi Arabia. It is known as the Dira (دِيرَة). Inside the Deira are ancient heritage buildings, mosques, and markets, dating back about seven centuries. This town is 22 km away from Hegra. The heritage town looks like a single building due to the crowding of its 870 residential units. These units are separated by narrow and winding alleys. The town is divided into two districts: al-Shugaig in the north and al-Haf in the south.

Remaining monuments (archeological sites)

 * Mousa Bin Nusayr castle.
 * Tantora which was a guide for farmers to know the growing seasons and the timing of water distribution.
 * The sundial clock in the south of the town.