Abha

Abha is the scenic capital of the Aseer region in south-western Saudi Arabia.  It is a major urban center forming a large metropolitan area that also includes Khamis Mushayt and Ahad Rafidah. It sits 2,200 meters above sea level in the fertile Sarawat Mountains, the country’s highest and longest mountain range.

1.1M+

population

international destination connections in 2023

proposed stadium

19K+

tournament room keys

tournament training sites

1.3M

visitors to Aseer Summer Season in 2023

STADIUMS AND FIFA FAN FESTIVAL™ SITES

Abha, home to King Khalid University Stadium, will be easily accessible to reach from Abha International Airport, through multiple high-capacity bus routes. The city is developing a comprehensive transport network, focused on public transit, micro-mobility, walkability and accessibility; that will help your visit to the proposed FIFA Fan Festival™ Sites, Al Bihar Square and Al Dhabab Park.

This existing stadium is located in the south-east of Abha. Capacity will be expanded to more than 45,000 for the FIFA World Cup 2034™, with refurbishment focusing on modernizing the infrastructure while respecting the stadium’s historical context.

CAPACITY

45,000+

PROPOSED STAGES OF COMPETITION

Group Stage, Round of 32 & Round of 16

Al Bihar Square, located in Abha city center, is a culturally and historically rich location with a modern, spacious layout.

Al Dhabab Park, on the south side of Abha, is a popular public garden with scenic views looking towards the mountains in Aseer.

A view from Soudah Mountains, Aseer Province

Camping next to a heritage site, Abha

Fatimah's Museum of Aseeri Woman's Heritage

A tunnel leading to Rijal Alma'a

Al-Qatt-Al-Asiri, a UNESCO recognized local art form

Dhahran Al Janub, Aseer region

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LEARN MORE ABOUT Abha'S MAJOR PROJECTS

ASEER REGION DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

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ARDARA

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ASEER INVESTMENT COMPANY

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