@Travelercrews 18 May 2021 more from that month

Every spring, the city of Taif blooms pink and red. First, the rose bushes blossom in the valley of Wadi Mahram, then higher up in Al Hada, and finally at 2,500 meters in Al Shafa, the mountains to the south of the city. Because of the altitude at which they’re grown, these delicate, intensely perfumed 30-petal wonders are a little fresher in character than traditional Damask roses. Moreover, they are a crucial part of Taif’s economy and identity. #Photography