Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia
Situated in the Middle Eastern area of the Arabian Peninsula is Saudi Arabia – a country with great extremes. The region often referred to as ‘The Arab world’ is a place of holy land, historic caravans and modern civilizations. The country of Saudi Arabia is one that people find fascinating due to the cultural history and a future that one may say is pronounced.
Saudia Arabia Rich History
Ancient Arabia The Cradle of Civilization
There have always been cultures in Arabian Peninsula such as Nabataesa whose monument is Madain Saleh hewn out of rocks.
The Birthplace of Islam
By the 7th century, Saudi Arabia found its part in the birth of Islam and the two influential cities of Saudi Arabia, Makkah and Madinah.
Modern Saudi Arabia
Transforming from a Desert Kingdom towards an International Actor Founded in 1932, it developed under King Abdulaziz Al Saud utilizing the boosted oil revenue to becoming a more powerful country on the planet.
Festivals and Celebrations
Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha
Honored through prayers, feast, and assemble.
Janadriyah Cultural Festival
Saudi Arabian culture with a focus on arts and crafts, folkl music, and dance.
Traditional Dishes
Kabsa is the national dish with rice and meat; jareesh, made from cracked wheat also has its fair share of takers.
Arabian Coffee and Dates
As the Arabian hospitality is famous, no visit to Saudi Arabia should leave without enjoying gahwa (Arabic coffee) and dates.
Popular Tourist Destinations
Riyadh The Modern Capital
Riyadh is the central city of Saudi Arabia; one of the record-breaking Kingdom Centre towers is located in Riyadh as well as the historical Diriyah.
Jeddah Gateway to the Red Sea
As having its old town, Al Balad, and Jeddah cornice the city contains a unique blend of both traditional and modern setting.
Al-Ula Ancient Wonders in the Desert
Madain Saleh is located in Al Ula area and provides a look into historical and cultural deeps of Saudi Arabia besides magnificient desert scenery.
Makkah and Madinah
KSA has two holy cities Makkah and Madinah which every year receives millions of tourists who perform Islamic rites of Hajj and Umrah.