Riyadh
Riyadh is the political and administrative center of Saudi Arabia. The Consultative Assembly, the Council of Ministers, the king and the Supreme Judicial Council are all situated in the city.
Riyadh is the political and administrative center of Saudi Arabia. The Consultative Assembly, the Council of Ministers, the king and the Supreme Judicial Council are all situated in the city.
Riyadh is Saudi Arabia''s capital and largest city. It became the capital of the Saud dynasty in 1824 and, except for a brief period in the 19th century and early 20th century, has
Riyadh City (romanized: Ar Riyāḏ) is the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its largest city in terms of population. It is one of the most densely populated capitals in the world.
The new name, **"Riyadh,"** came to encompass what remained of the city of Hajr along with the surrounding lands and orchards. The name was derived from the nature and landscape of the
Riyadh''s story arcs from Diriyah, the 18th-century birthplace of the first Saudi state, to Al Masmak Fortress, where Abdulaziz Ibn Saud''s 1902 raid lit the fuse for unification,
Set high on a desert plateau, Riyadh is a city on the riseliterally and globally. As Saudi Arabia''s capital and financial hub, it''s home to sleek districts like KAFD, a growing metro network, and
Riyadh combines fascinating history with modern dynamism, offering a glimpse into Arabia''s past and future. Bright lights, skyscrapers, and ancient building facades are all to be expected in
The Saudi capital of Riyadh pulses energy, ambition, and charm. From UNESCO World Heritage sites and world-class museums to stunning natural escapes, Riyadh invites you to experience
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