Saudi Arabia

A picture showing various sky scrappers in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia

Riyadh Weather Card

Riyadh

scattered clouds
59°F

Details:

Feels Like: 56.46 °F

Wind: 9.8 m/s

Humidity: 29%

Visibility: 10000 m

Pressure: 1020 hPa

Jeddah Weather Card

Jeddah

clear sky
79°F

Details:

Feels Like: 78.91 °F

Wind: 8.05 m/s

Humidity: 57%

Visibility: 10000 m

Pressure: 1015 hPa

  • Capital City: Riyadh
  • Language: Arabic
  • Currency: Saudi Riyal
  • Best Time To Travel: November to March
  • Country Dialing Code: +966
  • Population: 34.8 million

About Saudi Arabia

  • Clothing: Traditional clothing for men includes the thobe or dishdasha (a long white robe) and the traditional ghutra (headscarf) worn with an agal (black cord). Women typically wear an abaya (a black cloak-like garment) and a headscarf. However, in urban areas, you may see more Western-style clothing, but modesty is still important.

  • Cuisine: Saudi Arabian cuisine is rich and diverse, influenced by Bedouin, Levantine, and Indian culinary traditions. Popular dishes include kabsa (a spiced rice dish usually served with meat), mandi (similar to kabsa but cooked differently), falafel, hummus, and a variety of grilled meats. Dates, cardamom-flavored coffee (gahwa), and tea are also staples.

  • Culture: Respect for Islamic customs and traditions is essential. Hospitality is highly valued, and guests are typically treated with great generosity. The country has a rich heritage reflected in its architecture, art, and literature, with a particular emphasis on Islamic art and calligraphy.

Travel Attractions

Riyadh

A picture showing Riyadh's amazing sky scrapper architecture.

The capital city of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh, offers a mix of modernity and tradition. Visitors can explore historical sites like Diriyah, the birthplace of the first Saudi state, and the Masmak Fortress.

Mada'in Saleh

Mada'in Saleh archeological site

This UNESCO World Heritage Site is an archaeological marvel located in the Al-Ula region. Mada'in Saleh features well-preserved Nabatean tombs carved into the sandstone cliffs, similar to Petra in Jordan.

Desert Safari

A hot air balloon floating over the safari with two vehicles on the safari

Saudi Arabia's vast deserts offer the perfect backdrop for thrilling desert safaris. Tourists can experience the adrenaline rush of dune bashing in a 4x4 vehicle, camel riding across the golden sands, or even sandboarding down steep dunes.