Al-Aqeeq Valley a major water source

Al-Aqeeq governorate, which is a major water source for the entire Baha Province, is replete with valleys spotted with green farms.
A number of dams have been constructed in the area to collect rainwater that is pumped to dry regions in and around Baha Province. This includes Al-Aqeeq Valley and Wadi Tharad Valley dams.
The abundance of water has made Al-Aqeeq a major farming center producing dates, wheat, barley, vegetables and fruits such as grapes, pomegranates, apricots and oranges.
Al-Aqeeq was once on ancient trade and pilgrim routes and has a significant role in Arabian history. A number of inscriptions discovered in the area are related to early Islamic history between the first and third centuries after the Hijra, the Saudi Press Agency reported yesterday.
The northern side of the region has several copper mines. There were several mines in operation during the time of the caliphs of the early Abbasid period (750 to 1258 AD).
The area is also well known for folk arts, including the Ardah dance, traditional music and has produced many famous Arabic poets. Traditional souks, which are famous for livestock among other things, are conducted mostly on Wednesdays.