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KhamÄ«s Mushayį¹
Saudi Arabia
KhamÄ«s Mushayį¹, city, southwestern Saudi Arabia. It is situated about 17 miles (27 km) northeast of AbhÄ. KhamÄ«s Mushayį¹ is located inland in a mountainous region with fertile soil. It is traditionally a commercial centre; the name KhamÄ«s (āThursdayā) signified the Thursday market of the Mushayį¹ clan. The establishment of army and air force bases to the south brought rapid expansion to the city. Aside from the cityās military importance, agriculture represents a major aspect of the economy, the main crops being wheat, rice, coffee, and henna. Pop. (2004 est.) 372,695.
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