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Najrān

province, Saudi Arabia
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Najrān is a province and oasis in southwestern Saudi Arabia, situated along the border with Yemen. Historically, it was a significant center for the production of frankincense and myrrh, supplying the Mediterranean and Middle East from 1000 BCE to 600 CE. The area was home to an important Christian colony between 500 and 635 CE.

The region has a rich history, including events that influenced early Islamic literature. In modern times, Najrān was a point of contention between Saudi Arabia and Yemen until the border was finalized in 1934. It remains a fertile agricultural area, known for its dates and grains.1

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