Nestled within the majestic Sarawat Mountain range in western Saudi Arabia, the ancient beehives of the Maysan Governorate are a testament to a region boasting some of the most remarkable environmental engineering formations. These include around 1,200 beehives that once served as a crucial daily sustenance source for its early inhabitants.   The abandoned village of Kharfi, located south of Taif in the Maysan Governorate, houses the most impressive of these historical beehives, reports Arab News. Today, the Maysan Governorate’s honeybees are central to Saudi honey production and sales. These beekeeping sites, dating back to ancient times, highlight the early community’s enduring interest in honey production.  Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyAncient PlacesAsiaRead Later