Herder’s call preserves ancient heritage in Jazan

JAZAN: Across the valleys, jagged peaks, and coastal plains of Saudi Arabia’s southwestern Jazan region, an ancient oral tradition known locally as Tarwi’at Al-Ra'i continues to echo, preserving centuries of pastoral knowledge and seasonal land stewardship. The rhythmic herder’s call remains an essential working tool in a region home to more than 7.8 million head of livestock, serving as both a na