Expat life in Saudi Arabia can often feel mechanical and repetitive. So, when the Sanchari Jeddah group announced a trip to the mysterious Al-Wahba Crater , coinciding perfectly with my day off, I didn't think twice. Located about 250 km from Taif, this crater is a marvel of nature—measuring 2 km in diameter and 250 meters deep. While some believe it was formed by a meteorite, researchers have concluded it was created by a subterranean volcanic eruption. The Road to the Unknown We set off at 7:00 AM from Jeddah in a luxury Mercedes Benz bus. The "Sanchari" admins made sure there wasn't a dull moment. The bus was a hub of activity with games like: Mental Agility: Spelling bees and naming fruits/flowers. Global Knowledge: Identifying countries by their flags. The Mimicry Challenge: Acting out Malayalam movie titles like Sukrutham and ...
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