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Al-Oshairah, which is located in the valley of Yanbu, is one of the main destinations used by pilgrims while heading to Makkah. The team has so far documented more than 12,000 aerial images. (Supplied) photos

Eye in the sky finds ancient Saudi village beneath the sands

  • Approach, efforts to preserve Saudi Arabia’s archeological and historical landmarks have earned Erth Aerial Photography Team 1st prize in National Cultural Awards
  • Al-Oshairah in the Yanbu valley is believed to be where the first battle of Islam took place
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