Jebel Naja

 


Located on the perimeter of the high mountain mass in the north, Jebel Naja offers stunning views of the lowlands around Sheikh Awad, with Jebel Serbal and the Tih Plateau in the distance. The hiking trail approaches Jebel Naja from the high mountains, so you are already high up and the top of the mountain looks like a small hill from this side. However, on the other side you feel the depth as you look down on Sheikh Ahmed, the junction of Wadi Jinab, Wadi Tala Kibira, and Wadi Madaman, right below you.

More info and map: Jebel Naja and Trek 6

Photos were taken at different times, as indicated. 


View from Wadi Madaman. (July 2007)



View from Wadi Tala Kibira. (October 2007)





The route from the high mountains. (October 2007)




























































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