Forest of Pillars (Jebel Fuqa)
Often the whole area is called Jebel Fuqa, which is a smaller range below Jebel Raqaba, a massive head of the Tih Plateau. The Forest of Pillars is an unusual geological rock formation at the foot of Jebel Raqaba, unfortunately badly affected by tourism. If you want to climb Jebel Raqaba for some stunning views, you can do so from the small Bedouin encampment known as Warsa where you can find a guide if yours doesn’t know the route. It takes 4-5 hours return – with rest you might count an extra day.
