Saif Arash
@saifarash.bsky.social
Nature-loving wanderer. Fascinated by flavours, tunes and colours. Curious sky-gazer. Passionate about gaining and sharing knowledge. Grateful to my parents.
Seif dunes (Saif Dunes) are long, narrow sand dunes shaped by steady winds. Their name comes from the Arabic word for ‘sword’ because they look like long blades across the desert.
December 9, 2025 at 3:38 AM
Seif dunes (Saif Dunes) are long, narrow sand dunes shaped by steady winds. Their name comes from the Arabic word for ‘sword’ because they look like long blades across the desert.
Flying from Jeddah to Kozhikode, we passed over the vast Rub’ al Khali—the Empty Quarter—one of the largest sand deserts in the world. An endless sea of dunes stretching across Saudi Arabia, Oman, the UAE, and Yemen.
December 9, 2025 at 2:06 AM
Flying from Jeddah to Kozhikode, we passed over the vast Rub’ al Khali—the Empty Quarter—one of the largest sand deserts in the world. An endless sea of dunes stretching across Saudi Arabia, Oman, the UAE, and Yemen.
Returning from Jeddah to Kozhikode after a road trip that took us almost around Saudi Arabia, carrying memories, gratitude, and the happiness of being together as a family.
December 8, 2025 at 7:39 AM
Returning from Jeddah to Kozhikode after a road trip that took us almost around Saudi Arabia, carrying memories, gratitude, and the happiness of being together as a family.
Desert views on the Mecca–Jeddah road.
December 8, 2025 at 2:49 AM
Desert views on the Mecca–Jeddah road.
The landscapes around Mecca, soft yellow fields, mountain lines, and wandering camels, show a peaceful side of the Hijaz.
December 8, 2025 at 2:30 AM
The landscapes around Mecca, soft yellow fields, mountain lines, and wandering camels, show a peaceful side of the Hijaz.
Gateways of Mecca, landmarks that welcome every traveler with history and hope.
December 7, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Gateways of Mecca, landmarks that welcome every traveler with history and hope.
A long-awaited sight, standing before the Kaaba in Mecca brought peace to our hearts.
December 7, 2025 at 12:54 PM
A long-awaited sight, standing before the Kaaba in Mecca brought peace to our hearts.
Seeing the Kaaba for the first time in Mecca filled my heart with a joy I can’t describe.
December 7, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Seeing the Kaaba for the first time in Mecca filled my heart with a joy I can’t describe.
Mecca’s Clock Tower glowing under the full moon.
December 7, 2025 at 10:35 AM
Mecca’s Clock Tower glowing under the full moon.
Mecca nights, palm trees, moonlight, and a touch of history.
December 7, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Mecca nights, palm trees, moonlight, and a touch of history.
Sky views from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
December 6, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Sky views from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Standing in Badr, Saudi Arabia, the place where history once changed its course. The mountains, the sky, and the quiet desert all hold stories from long ago.
December 3, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Standing in Badr, Saudi Arabia, the place where history once changed its course. The mountains, the sky, and the quiet desert all hold stories from long ago.
Near the grave of Hamza ibn Abdul Muttalib in Medina, a place that holds deep history and marks one of the most important moments of the Battle of Uhud.
December 3, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Near the grave of Hamza ibn Abdul Muttalib in Medina, a place that holds deep history and marks one of the most important moments of the Battle of Uhud.
At the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina. Beneath the green dome rests the Messenger of God. We stood here for a while, offering prayers and feeling grateful for this moment.
December 2, 2025 at 6:16 PM
At the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina. Beneath the green dome rests the Messenger of God. We stood here for a while, offering prayers and feeling grateful for this moment.
At the foot of Mount Uhud in Medina, where the Battle of Uhud took place in 625 CE. These quiet slopes still hold the memories of courage, loss, and the lessons of history.
December 2, 2025 at 4:47 PM
At the foot of Mount Uhud in Medina, where the Battle of Uhud took place in 625 CE. These quiet slopes still hold the memories of courage, loss, and the lessons of history.
A long-held dream finally came true, standing in the Prophet’s Mosque with my father, mother, and younger brother after a road journey across Saudi Arabia. Reaching Medina felt like arriving at the heart of peace. My prayers, gratitude, and joy flowed together in one moment I’ll carry forever.
December 1, 2025 at 3:50 PM
A long-held dream finally came true, standing in the Prophet’s Mosque with my father, mother, and younger brother after a road journey across Saudi Arabia. Reaching Medina felt like arriving at the heart of peace. My prayers, gratitude, and joy flowed together in one moment I’ll carry forever.
On the way from Makkah to Madinah, the flat desert is sometimes broken by small volcanic hills, old reminders of how this land was shaped long ago.
December 1, 2025 at 1:34 PM
On the way from Makkah to Madinah, the flat desert is sometimes broken by small volcanic hills, old reminders of how this land was shaped long ago.
Coffee break on the blessed road between Mecca and Medina.
December 1, 2025 at 5:06 AM
Coffee break on the blessed road between Mecca and Medina.
Between Mecca and Medina, the land changes from golden dunes to ancient black volcanic rocks of the Harrah region. A quiet stretch near Wadi Khulays, where the desert shows its many faces.
November 30, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Between Mecca and Medina, the land changes from golden dunes to ancient black volcanic rocks of the Harrah region. A quiet stretch near Wadi Khulays, where the desert shows its many faces.
Passing through Mecca, the mountains and buildings came together in one calm view. Every road here feels connected to faith and peace.
November 30, 2025 at 3:30 AM
Passing through Mecca, the mountains and buildings came together in one calm view. Every road here feels connected to faith and peace.
Night falls over Jabal al-Noor in Mecca. The rocks, the wind, and the drifting clouds feel alive with history.
November 30, 2025 at 2:34 AM
Night falls over Jabal al-Noor in Mecca. The rocks, the wind, and the drifting clouds feel alive with history.
Sunset over Mecca from Jabal al-Noor. The Cave of Hira above, the city below, a quiet moment in a place filled with history.
November 29, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Sunset over Mecca from Jabal al-Noor. The Cave of Hira above, the city below, a quiet moment in a place filled with history.
From Jabal al-Noor, watching Mecca and the Clock Tower in the evening light felt like seeing history breathe.
November 28, 2025 at 4:13 PM
From Jabal al-Noor, watching Mecca and the Clock Tower in the evening light felt like seeing history breathe.
After a long road trip across Saudi Arabia, my parents, my brother, and I finally stood before the Kaaba. We’ve travelled to many places in India and abroad, but reaching here was our greatest dream. Alhamdulillah for the strength and guidance that brought us to this moment.
November 26, 2025 at 5:05 AM
After a long road trip across Saudi Arabia, my parents, my brother, and I finally stood before the Kaaba. We’ve travelled to many places in India and abroad, but reaching here was our greatest dream. Alhamdulillah for the strength and guidance that brought us to this moment.
With my family, we put on ihram at Wadi Muharram and travelled down the Taif Pass towards Makkah. Surrounded by mountains and old memories, we continued our peaceful journey for Umrah together.
November 24, 2025 at 6:31 PM
With my family, we put on ihram at Wadi Muharram and travelled down the Taif Pass towards Makkah. Surrounded by mountains and old memories, we continued our peaceful journey for Umrah together.