Islands Off Makkah Region's Coast Paint Natural Landscapes Amid Blue Waters and Rocky Formations

Between the shape of a fish seemingly making its way through the water and the outline of a falcon whose contours suggest outstretched wings above the sea, aerial views of islands along the coast of Makkah Region have revealed natural formations that invite the imagination to see the landscape from a different perspective.
 The Saudi Press Agency (SPA) captured scenes in which winding coastlines met varying shades of water, revealing sandy and rocky outcrops and small curved bays nestled between stretches of land.
 Several islands dot the coast of Makkah Region, including Jabal Al-Lith Island, known for its clear waters and popularity among diving enthusiasts; Marmar Island, with its diverse terrestrial and marine ecosystems; and the coral island of Shughayb.
 Other notable islands include Umm Al-Qamari Al-Barraniyah and Umm Al-Qamari Al-Fawqaniyah, which together form the Umm Al-Qamari Islands Reserve. The islands take their name from the large numbers of wild doves that seek refuge there, adding to the coastal landscape's diversity of natural formations and wildlife.
 In another scene, stretches of land formed the outline of a falcon with outstretched wings. From the aerial perspective, the formation resembled parts of a bird frozen mid-flight. Rocky edges gave the formation distinct contours, while the surrounding curves added a sense of expanse and movement.
 This natural diversity is one of the assets underpinning coastal tourism, which the Saudi Red Sea Authority is working to develop by regulating marine and coastal tourism activities.