Saudi Destinantions Magazine-Rosana Bahassan

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SAUDI

Destinantions
YOUR WAY TO ENJOY SAUDI ARABIA
05-06-2022

MAGAZINE VOL.06,2022

Contents
MAY 2022

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EXPLORE ALULA
HISTORICAL CITY

The Natural Wonders of AlUla
What to visit.
AlUla Historical Sites:Hegra,Dadan
and Jabal Ikmah.
Outdoor Adventures in AlUla.
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SAUDI

TRADITIONS:

THE LANGUAGE...

Arabic is the official language spoken in Saudi Arabia and is the
primary language used in public dealings and transactions. English
is a second language in the Kingdom, and a large portion says it
of the population. All traffic boards display information in both

Arabic and English.

THE CULTURE....

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has a rich heritage and ancient tra-
ditions, as it was a major commercial center throughout histo-
ry and witnessed the birth of the Islamic religion. However, the
Kingdom has undergone a fundamental cultural transformation
in recent years, where centuries-old customs have developed
with our contemporary times.

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DISCOVER
ALDIRIYAH

Heritage and culture, fun and entertainment...
Al Diriyah is The capital of the first Saudi state
and the mirror of the Kingdom that reflects its
strength and majesty. Diriyah is the city of stead-
fastness from which Saudi Arabia was launched.
It is characterized by various tourist components,
such as the Al-Turaif neighborhood (the seat of
government and the ruling family), considered
one of the World Heritage sites. It includes seve-
ral magnificent buildings that testify to the abi-
lity of the local engineers. in addition to the Salwa
Palace. The House of Money and other vast and
high mud buildings are less than their counter-
parts in the region. Furthermore, there is a gues-
thouse, a steam bath, and other facilities that indi-
cate the extent of the development of Diriyah.
Diriyah is considered the pearl of the Kingdom of
Saudi Arabia. The next major tourist destination
and one of the distinctive Saudi projects deve-
loped to enhance its position on the Saudi tourism
maps And cafes. These projects are likely to open
in late 2021, adding all this to the historical and
cultural value of Diriyah, which dates back thou-
sands of years, as it was an essential stop on the

road to travel, trade, and pilgrimage.

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OLD JEDDAH

The ancient traditions and country lanterns

Historic Jeddah

Before declaring it a seaport for Makkah in 647 AD, best shopping experiences and international options for
restaurants and twenty minutes from the world’s most
the Al-Balad region “Historic Jeddah” was built on at- significant and most crucial motor race—the formula 1
STC Saudi Grand Prix.
tractive coastal land, which made it a human center that

includes many cultures over the years. This area reveals

a human heritage whose walls resisted historical factors JEDDAH WALL DOORS

with eight gates known for their historical stories. More When you arrive, you will notice that the historical

than ten ancient houses are praised for their distinctive area of ​J​ eddah has several gates. The old Jeddah lanes

designs, and old family names are where you will get are surrounded by a wall with eight gates closed before

the best warm pictures. night to protect them and secure their markets. Almost

A LEGACY RECOGNIZED BY THE every side has a gate, the most famous of which is from

WORLD. the east: “A New Gate,” where this gate was built at the

Discover the area chosen to be on the UNESCO World beginning of the forties the era in the era It is considered

Heritage List after the ancient houses are gradually the last of the gates of this wall, followed in importance

transformed, using the latest methods and expertise, into by “Bab Makkah” from the eastern side opposite the

art galleries and specialized cafes. Pass under it. The Bedouin market, and it is considered a fortress for their

charm of “Historic Jeddah” is not limited to the heritage markets and sales circles and a crossing as well. Today,

surrounding you. That is located twenty minutes from the it has turned into a large, famous market.

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SHARAAN

Discover the natural beauty of
AlUla

The Sharaan Nature Reserve is a
treasure trove of natural wonders
with various flora and fauna.
It stretches over ​1​,500 square
kilometers (579 square miles) and
spreads across a beautiful desert
with sprawling, towering rocky
canyons and valleys covered with

delicate wildflowers.

Sharaan Reserve aims to protect
and preserve the delicate and
authentic ecosystem in AlUla,
restore precious natural life, and
secure the appropriate environment
for the creatures that live on its
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