Saudi Arabia WADI NAMAR DAM PARK RIYADH
-About Wadi Namar Dam Park
Wadi Namar enables you to watch the roaming of ducks’ flocks and the spread of small fish in the Lake Dam. Inspirational thoughts will flow to your mind as you walk along the park’s paths that extend over 2,000m, amidst the fresh air of nature, the rustle of palm trees, and the roar of the lake’s waterfalls.
The nature of the place integrates, allowing you to take pictures of the sunset or admire the starry sky at night, in a scene in which the reflected lights of the valley shine around.
-Major attractions
There are many features of Lake Park Namar Dam that make it popular among locals and tourists alike. Some of these include the industrial lake, a spectacular artificial waterfall, a corniche, and many tourist services.
You will see many people cycling, walking, or jogging on the paved track along the edges of the lake or admiring the marine life in the lake, including fish and ducks.
It is popular among locals as a picnic and barbeque spot, especially on Eid holidays. However, even on normal days, the place is quite crowded and has a very lively and fun vibe.
The best time to visit is during the spring season, when the park is filled with greenery.
Make sure that you get there around an hour before sunset, so you can find yourself a good picnic spot as it tends to get very crowded, and all the good picnic spots will already be taken.
Wadi Namar enables you to watch the roaming of ducks’ flocks and the spread of small fish in the Lake Dam. Inspirational thoughts will flow to your mind as you walk along the park’s paths that extend over 2,000m, amidst the fresh air of nature, the rustle of palm trees, and the roar of the lake’s waterfalls.
The nature of the place integrates, allowing you to take pictures of the sunset or admire the starry sky at night, in a scene in which the reflected lights of the valley shine around.
-Major attractions
There are many features of Lake Park Namar Dam that make it popular among locals and tourists alike. Some of these include the industrial lake, a spectacular artificial waterfall, a corniche, and many tourist services.
You will see many people cycling, walking, or jogging on the paved track along the edges of the lake or admiring the marine life in the lake, including fish and ducks.
It is popular among locals as a picnic and barbeque spot, especially on Eid holidays. However, even on normal days, the place is quite crowded and has a very lively and fun vibe.
The best time to visit is during the spring season, when the park is filled with greenery.
Make sure that you get there around an hour before sunset, so you can find yourself a good picnic spot as it tends to get very crowded, and all the good picnic spots will already be taken.
Photography Tips
I use my Canon 700d Plus 18-55mm kitlens that i shots these pictures was 2020.
- All you need is ultra wide lens such as 10-18mm and zoom lens atleast 18-135mm.
- Photography is free
- All you need is ultra wide lens such as 10-18mm and zoom lens atleast 18-135mm.
- Photography is free
Travel Information
To the south of the city of Riyadh in Saudi Arabia lies the Lake Park Namar Dam. It is named so because of its two-kilometer-long Namar Valley dam, which is about 20 meters deep and has an area of 200,000 square meters. It is one of the most famous new tourist attractions of Riyadh.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Just a few people
Best Timing
All timings are equally good
Sunrise & Sunset
06:30 - 17:44
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Photo Themes
Desert Landscape
Landscape
nature landscape
Travel Photography
Locations
Riyadh
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