Tabuk Province
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| Tabuk (تبوك) | |
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| Country |  Saudi Arabia |
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| Capital | Tabuk |
| Area | 108,000 km² (41,699 sq mi) |
| Population | 560,200 (1999) |
 Map of Saudi Arabia with Tabuk highlighted
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Tabuk (also spelled Tabouk) (Arabic: تبوك) is a province of Saudi Arabia, located along the north-west coast of the country, facing Egypt across the Red Sea. It has an area of 108,000 km² and a population of 560,200 (1999). Its capital is Tabuk.
[edit] History
The history of the Tabuk region dates back to 3,500 years ago. The region is identified with the land of Maydan and Dedan mentioned in the Bible and the Qur'an. Its inhabitants are said to be descendants of Dedan, a great-grandson of Ham, a son of Noah.
[edit] Economy
The Tabuk region exports flowers to Europe.
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