In terms of hospitality, it is known for diverse range of cuisine and is called a notorious dining place for feasts in which guests are fed to the gunnels. The Pearl of the South, as Jazan is popularly called, is a place of diversity with many excellent destinations spread in an area of about 200 kilometers for visitors to enjoy. If you are looking for summer fun, head to Fifa Mountains, which are covered with breathtaking greenery and colorful fragrant flowers.
If you are a lover of beaches, make sure to visit Beesh Beach, where gentle waves caress the golden sands and care for you. And, if you are a fan of marine adventures, a visit to the Farasan Islands offers the most beautiful beaches and exquisite natural coral reefs. Here you will discover an amazing array of marine creatures and underwater nature through the most unforgettable diving experience.   
Very few people know that the Jazan Province of Saudi Arabia includes over 100 islands in the Red Sea including the famous Farasan Islands. In fact, the Farasan Islands is a large coral island group in the Red Sea, 45 kms to the west of Jazan city. The way to get there is by ferries, which take 40 minutes to one hour. It is a protected area and was home to the extinct Arabian gazelle and, in winter, migratory birds from Europe. The largest island of the archipelago, Farasan Islands has two other sisters--Sajid Island and Zufaf Island.
The gazelles now occurring on Farasan Islands are a subspecies of mountain gazelle, which was distinguished from this species from skull characteristics. Since the 1996 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, this species is included as extinct by its Antelope Specialist Group until 2008. Since 2008, the Arabian gazelle is rated as Data Deficient due to the unresolved mystery about the validity of this taxon.
In 2012 a genetic study of the lectotype specimen revealed that skull and skin do not stem from the same animal but belong to two distinct lineages of the Mountain gazelle Gazella gazella. Consequently Gazella arabica was based on a chimera and never existed as a distinct species in nature. On the other hand, there is Valley “Wadi Lajab”, which is characterized as a unique crack in a mountainous area. It is 160 km far from Jizan city to the north-east.
Then comes the Faifa mountains — a beautiful place of nature with its agricultural terraces and to see architecture of old buildings, it is 95 km far from Jizan city to the east.The glistening sea, unique islands, majestic mountains and vast plains make Jazan a diverse and memorable place to visit. Additionally, its forests, lakes, and waterfalls offer picturesque settings for visitors to relax and enjoy nature.
The Hot Spring in Al-Khoubah is another fascination.It is located at 75 km from Jazan city and considered one of the most important therapeutic hot springs in the region. The water temperature reaches 45 degrees Celsius, and it is known to contain 14 chemical elements, and gamma and alpha rays that are good for the treatment of skin diseases and as a cure for rheumatism.  
The Hot Spring in Bani Malik is also another population destination.Located about 122 km from Jazan, this is also an important local hot water springs with water temperatures reaching 45 degrees Celsius. Similar to Al-Khoubah, the hot spring contains 14 chemical elements, and gamma and alpha rays. All necessary services and facilities are provided in separate sections set aside for men and another for women. 
Referring to the other attractions of Jazan, a report published by the state-owned Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities said that the Jazan Museum is a major crowd puller during holidays.This museum highlights the culture and historical heritage of Jazan. It includes a presentation hall for museum exhibits, a laboratory for surveys and drawing, a laboratory for photography, a restoration lab, a hall for TV shows, and a library with its specialized collection of books, pamphlets and periodicals. 
Located in the north of the capital of Jazan, there is a sumptuous Ottoman Castle, built about 400 meters above a high mountain. Its walls were built of rough stone that are plastered from inside and outside. Its roof is made of palm fronds and balanced on the columns of iron pillars.  And if you move only 24 kms from the Castle, then you will come acorrs the Beesh Beach, which is famous for its fascinating sand dunes and scenic natural environment. It is also very well suited for swimming, and for seeing many different kinds of birds and marine creatures.​
Then, there is a gateway for tourists called Al-Haffah Tourist Dock.This is the main gate for Jazan’s tourists and visitors who wish to go to the offshore islands near the city for fishing and diving, and to visit the Farasan Island. All the marine services needed by tourists are provided including a floating dock and a café that serves meals and drinks, a kiosk for barbecued fish, a souvenir shop for buying gifts and trip equipment, and a tour operator’s office for your convenience. ​
Another dock called Al-Ghadeer Dock is located in Farasan Islands and it is one of the important sites in the province for one and all to visit. It provides the locals with transportation of their goods to the other nearby islands in addition to being a meeting point for fishing enthusiasts and beach walkers.​ In addition to the docks, there are abundant opportunities for diving in Jazan.
Jazan Province is known for its picturesque and pristine sandy beaches and calm, turquoise waters, which provides marine enthusiasts an opportunity to explore the underwater world. In the depths of the ocean, some of the most beautiful and brightly colored coral reefs will surround you, as schools of exotic fish swim leisurely by. As you explore this undersea world, you will discover fascinating creatures that you have never seen before.  
Not only this, there are traditional markets as well as modern shopping centers. The region is renowned for its popular Souks where many visitors go to enjoy and purchase local goods and traditional products including rare animals and birds. The most important markets are the Saturday Souk, Sunday Souk, Tuesday Souk, and the Wednesday Souk.
A large number of tourists also visit the Sarawat Mountains, which is a mountain range running parallel to the western coast of the Arabian Peninsula and is among the Peninsula’s most prominent geographical features. The Sarawat start from the border of Jordan in the north to the Gulf of Aden in the south, running through Saudi Arabia and Yemen.
The range’s northern half, known as Sarat al-Hejaz rarely rises about 2,100 meters, while the middle and southern portions (Sarat ‘Asir and Sarat al-Yemen, respectively) can reach heights of over 3,300 meters.This mountain range is the largest in the Arabian Peninsula. These mountains are mainly rocky and some can contain vegetation. Many of the peaks are fairly young and jagged, but some are smoother from weathering.
The northern part, running from about north of Ta’if through western Saudi Arabia until the southern tip of Saudi Arabia. Some argue that the mountains of Lebanon and Western Syria are a continuation of the chain. It is mostly a slightly higher elevated area that the rest of Saudi Arabia, with the exception of Asir, and obscure landforms can be found in this chain. Elevations average around 1200–2000 meters, although the highest points are around 2400 meters above sea level.
Nearing the Yemeni border, the Sarawat begin to spread into individual peaks, and the Hejaz turns from a cliff to a gradual ascent up to the Yemeni Plateau. All of the mountains over 3,000 meters (9,800) feet are located in Yemen. The highest of which is Jabal an-Nabi Shu’ayb, which is the highest peak in the Arabian Peninsula. It is 3,666 meters (12,027 feet) high, located near the capital Sana’a.
In Yemen, the Sarawat are divided into the Western and Central highlands, where the western highlands receive plenty of precipitation, more than anywhere else in the peninsula, and the central highlands have the highest mountains in the peninsula. A very dramatic part of the Yemeni Sarawat are the Haraz Mountains, where a few peaks top 3,000 meters but the descents and views from the mountains are staggering; some foots of mountains are only at 500 meters above sea level yet their peaks are at 2,800-3,300 meters.
Geologically, the Sarawat are part of the Arabian Shield, and are made up mostly of volcanic rock. The western slopes end abruptly near the Red Sea coast, while the eastern side of the mountain range slopes downward more gently and is intersected by wadis that support agriculture, especially in the southern reaches of the Sarawat, where the mountains face the monsoons. These are typical features of Jazan, which is also a port city of Jizan Province.
Jazan City is situated on the coast of the Red Sea and serves a large agricultural heartland that has a population of about two million. The area is noted for its high-quality production of tropical fruits like mango, figs, and papaya.Jazan has a hot desert climate with an average annual temperature of 30 °C. The weather varies from extremely hot in its long summers to hot in its short winters. Today, Jazan is also home to the second Saudi Arabia’s planned city.
Jazan Economic City is a joint venture between Saudi Binladin Group and Malaysia’s MMC Corporation Berhad, which will develop and manage the city over 30 years. It is being built on a 100 sq km site 60 km northwest of the existing Jizan city on the Red Sea coast. It is being developed as an industrial and logistics hub, connecting the wider region with global export markets. It will feature a port, an industrial zone, commercial and cultural centres, residential areas, and academic and vocational training institutions.

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