Aseer's Figs: A Sweet Summer Draw for Tourists and Local Economy

   Abha, July 22, 2025, SPA -- Figs are a prominent seasonal highlight attracting tourists to Aseer Region each summer. Valued for their delicious taste, high nutritional value, and abundant variety, these fruits are readily available in local farms, mountain villages, markets, and along tourist routes.
   Visitors eagerly purchase figs directly from orchards, considering it an essential part of their Aseer experience due to their reasonable prices and wide availability.
   Aseer's mountain and rural farms cultivate a diverse range of fig varieties, each differing in shape, taste, and ripening time. Among the most popular types are black figs, a tourist favorite known for their dark color and rich, sweet flavor, which can be enjoyed fresh or dried. White figs are characterized by their yellowish-green hue and mild, refreshing taste, while red figs are distinguished by their reddish-purple skin and juicy pink flesh. Aseeri figs, a small, intensely flavored local variety, are highly sought after, particularly along tourist routes.
   Beyond their appeal to visitors, figs are crucial for local food security, supporting the rural economy and agricultural revenues. Their cultivation significantly contributes to sustainable development goals, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030.
   -- SPA