Layla explores the working heart of Asir on a misty September morning, contrasting the commercial souq with the stillness of the Al-Mushait Palaces. She reflects on the city's resilience, cost of living, and the rhythm of daily life in the highlands.

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Episode 49 of Saudi Arabia Travel Podcast with Layla Al Qahtani. Layla Al Qahtani is in Khamis Mushait, Saudi Arabia.

Places in this episode: Al Rabie, Al Nuzhah, Al-Mushait Palaces, Tendaha Dam, Coffee Address, Rijal Almaa.

Covered: Khamis Mushait daily life, Thursday souq market culture, Al-Mushait Palaces heritage, Cost of living breakdown, Residency and banking logistics, Regional security context.

Chapters:
00:00 Al Rabie
03:18 Al-Mushait Palaces
06:29 Tendaha Dam
09:24 Park

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