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Information of Saudi Arabia |
Capital: Riyadh
Official Language:Arabic
Currency: Saudi Riyal
The vast kingdom of Saudi Arabia on the Arabian Peninsula is a land of untamed natural beauty. Saudi Arabia is also called "the land of the two holy mosques", because of its numerous mosques and two holiest places Mecca and Medina. Saudi Arabia possesses a diverse topography with arid deserts, rippling plateaus, gravel plains and steep mountain areas. Saudi Arabia has rich and varied wild life with some endangered species of plants and animals. Desert chamomile, scarlet pimpernel, heliotrope and wild iris decks up the harsh terrains of the Saudi kingdom. Lizards, porcupines, hedgehogs and the unique Arabian Oryx white antelope roams in the various forest regions of the Arabian Peninsula. Saudi Arabia is well known for its oil rich metropolises. Major cities attract modern tourists with vibrant nightlife and a good number of shopping malls, cafes and restaurants. Saudi Arabia referred to as a land of charm and mystery by many famous writers deserves visit by tour lovers of any age.
Major Cities of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Makkah, Madinah, Taif, Tabuk, Buraydah, Hofuf, Qatif and Khamis Mushayt are other major cities. Riyadh located in Ar Riyad Province in the Najd region is a dynamic city with wonderful natural beauty synchronized with commercial city life. Olaya district in Riyadh offers ample entertainment options and accommodation to the tourists. Jeddah is a major city located on Western Saudi Arabian province on the coast of Red Sea. The city is beautiful with myriad of beaches namely Durrat Al-Arus, Shums, Bait Albahar, Salhia and Al Nakeel. Jeddah's floodlit Corniche is a fascinating place with several open-air architectures. Jeddah is the principal gateway to Mecca. The city posses some exquisite beaches, including Durrat Al-Arus, Al Remal, Shums, Bait Albahar, Salhia, Family Cabins and Al Nakeel. Mekka is the capital city of Makkah province in the popular Hijaz region. Major point of Mecca is the Kabah or The House of God built by Abraham and his son Ishmael. Non-Muslims are not given entry to Mecca. The cities of Dammam, Al Khobar and Dhahran in the eastern province of Saudi Arabia are rich in tourist attractions. Dammam is the largest city with a port and recreational areas. The most popular recreational area in Dammam is its corniche that stretches from Al-Azziziah beach to the Tarot Islands. Dammam National Museum and The Half-moon Bay attract tourists greatly.
Tourist Attractions of Saudi Arabia
Masmak castle in the city of Al-Bathaa, Riyadh is a premier tourist attraction of Saudi Arabia. The castle built out of dried mud was the residence of omnipotent Al Saud family in the 19th C. Today the building is a part of the King Abd al-Aziz Historical Center. The Diplomatic Quarter in Al-Bathaa is the residing center of the foreign embassies. The place attracts tourists for its well-paved roads, lush gardens, planned complexes and numerous sporting facilities. Riyadh Museum offers ethnic Arab displays. A large model of the Masmakh castle, painted doors from Qaseem, various Arabic signs, music and weapons are the major exhibits of the Masmakh castle. The Kingdom Tower in Riyadh is the tallest skyscraper of Saudi Arabia. Kingdom Center owned by the prince of the royal Saudi family is magnificent with three-level shopping plazas and Four Seasons Hotel. The Al Faisaliyah Center in Riyadh is the second tallest building of Saudi Arabia. The golden ball set at the top of the tower is unique with grand restaurant and shopping center inside the ball. King Fahd's Fountain in Jeddah is the highest fountain in the world. The oasis of Al-Ahasa in the eastern province of Saudi Arabia is well known for its pristine vista. The mountains of Asir in southwestern part of Saudi Arabia offer ethereal beauty amidst green landscape and fresh air.
Transport and Accommodtaion in Saudi Arabia
Various domestic air services offer flights to the major cities of Saudi Arabia. The most frequent domestic air service runs by Jeddah-Riyadh-Dhahran and Saudi Arabian Airlines. The railway network of Saudi Arabia extends from Riyadh to Dammam, via Hofuf and Abqaiq. Air-conditioned trains with dining cars operate daily. The bus company, SAPTCO, offers comfortable, air-conditioned luxury buses to travel around the local spots. There are also facilities of service taxis and car hiring. Superb accommodation and lodging facilities with delectable dishes are available in the major cities like Riyadh and Jeddah. Jeddah Hilton Hotel, Holiday Inn Olaya Riyadh, Makkah Hilton and Holiday Inn Al Khobar are some popular luxury hotels of Saudi Arabia.
Precautions in Saudi Arabia
Though Saudi Arabians are said to be very cordial to the tourists frequent incidents of terrorist attacks have become a cause of concern. Generally terrorist attacks are taking place in commercial and public areas traveled by tourists such as embassies, hotels, shopping malls, and oil centers. So the tourists are required to keep abreast of the latest information regarding their centers of visit in Saudi Arabia. A reliable tour operator or a tourism agency can be consulted for this. Before booking a hotel or lodge one should make sure that the place owes good reputation and maintains high security.
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