Petroglyphs (prehistoric rock arts) are very prominent as you set to trek in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia. These drawings or carvings provide us very interesting information about the lives of people inhabited in the area in ancient times. This location had been named by previous travelers as Graffiti Rocks though I believe it will be apt to …
Janadriyah, 42 km northeast of Riyadh, is the venue for Saudi Arabia’s national festival of heritage and culture. A colourful festival, held in the winter season every year, which normally falls during the month of February or March. Janadriyah Festival, as it is called, is a rich cultural presentation of the past and present Saudi …
The town of Raghbah is 120 km northwest of Riyadh en route Huraimila and 18 km south of Thadeq. This old town was said to be very fertile with abundant rainfall and was established in the year 1669. Raghbah has its historical significance in many perspectives. Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud’s declaration to support “the call …
Riyadh National Zoo, in the heart of Malaz in Riyadh, is an easily accessible travel location for those visiting the city of Riyadh. At the beautifully spread out landscape and marvelously set terrains, this zoological park has an area of 55 acres and consists of more than 1500 animals in 40 species that let one’s …
Situated in Wadi Hanifah, The Old Diriyyah Palace, 30 kms north of Riyadh, has a key role in the history of Saudi Arabia. Diriyyah is the symbol of Saudi Arabia’s history, culture and traditional architecture. It was the seat of the first government of Saudi Arabia of King Abdul Aziz bin Saud (or Ibn Saud: …
The National Museum of Saudi Arabia in the vicinity of Riyadh City Center, Bathah in Murabba, could be the first choice for a tourist to begin with his tour of Riyadh. Excelling in architectural design and serene landscaping make it an amusing experience.An amazing fact behind this museum is that the museum building, collections and …
Hail Province lies in the north-central Saudi Arabia bordering the provinces of Madinah, Tabouk, Northern Border, Riyadh and Qassim. City of hail, capital of the province, lies in the Waadi Hail surrounding Shammar mountain ranges. Hail’s historical significance has been unearthed by the findings of petroglyphs and archaeological excavations. The Great Sandy Desert, Nafud, on …
The Jabal Qarah (or Qarah Hills or Mount Qarah) is at a distance of 10 kilometer from Hufuf. Hufuf is a city in the well-known Al Hasa Oasis of the Eastern Region. Hufuf lies about 140km southwest of Dammam and 300km east of Riyadh. Jabal Qarah is well known for its intricate natural caves and is …
Tarout is a small island in the Persian Gulf, off the coast of Qatif oasis. By filling the sea in between, Tarout is now connected to Qatif by road. Tarout Island, like Qatif, is inhabited mainly by Shia Muslims. Nearly 150 years the Portuguese ruled Persian Gulf that lasted approximately in 1650 A.D. Portuguese was …
