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A water channel connects the hall both to its surrounding veranda and to the garden laid out in the east. The palaces present name rests on a confusion. Abha, meaning light and often used as feminine name, seems unlikely name for palace. Some Hindi sources call the building ‘Abhay Mahal’, which is perhaps more plausible as Abhay — a man’s name, meaning fearless – was the name of Bakhat Singh’s elder brother. #Heritage #WanderChannels #Fountains #GardenPalace #IndoorsOutdoors #Fluidity #IndoorFountain #IndianAesthetic #Splendid #Architecture #TraditionalBuildingMaterial #AbhaMahal #NagaurFort #NagaurDiaries #NagaurJournal #Rajasthan #India #Wanderer #Wanderlust #Travel #Travelogue #TravelDiaries (at Nagaur Fort) https://www.instagram.com/p/BkhDu_PFi_q/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1buaw6vw32kuu

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rahaf1blog · 4 years

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Tourism in Saudi Arabia

To enjoy a diverse nature, historical treasures where the ancient history, many cultures, and delicious cuisine, and holy land. All these and other things make the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia a destination for millions of tourists worldwide. for religious, environmental, or recreational tourism.

Whether your holiday is long or short, you will enjoy with a host of experiences, adventures, and fun activities. in addition to Saudi Arabia is the first destination for lovers of shopping, food, and sports alike.

Saudi Arabia:

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is one of the largest countries in the Middle East by area, and it is located specifically in the southwest of the Asian continent and forms the largest part of the Arabian Peninsula, with an area of about two million square kilometers.

Money in Saudi Arabia:

The official currency of Saudi Arabia is the Saudi Arabian Riyal (SAR).

The Riyal is pegged to the US Dollar at a rate of 3.75 SAR = 1 USD

Where to travel in Saudi Arabia?

Riyadh: The capital that brings together history and modernity.

Best Time to Visit: November - March

A perfect mingle of modernization and traditions, Riyadh is a place that has both historic charms, in addition, sophisticated modern architectural buildings.

Also, it is home to cultural pleasure for all tourists and business travelers alike.

(Riyadh, 2020)

Places to visit in Riyadh:

The Edge of the World. It is an unexpected and dramatic geological wonder in Riyadh's rocky desert northwest.

(Riyadh, Edge of the world 2020)

Heet Cave a fantastic unknown cave in Riyadh. It is a natural swimming pool it is about 40km from Riyadh City. It is well worth visiting for a dip in its deep, beautiful turquoise waters.

(Heet Cave, 2019)

Masmak Fortress is a museum that features a rich collection of artifacts that give insight into the rulers' history and their lifestyles.

(Al-Masmak Fort, 2019)

Jeddah: The Bride of the Red Sea.

Best Time to Visit: October - March

Jeddah is often referred to as the Red Sea bride because it includes the most beautiful beaches of Saudi Arabia. Corniche Jeddah is the most famous area. It is a park more than 30 km that embraces the Red Sea waters, with plenty of restaurants, recreational places, and gardens to rest and relax.

Besides, Jeddah is famous in the Muslim world as the gateway to Makkah, where hundreds of thousands of Muslims land every year to perform the pilgrimage.

(Jeddah, 2019)

Places to visit in Jeddah:

Historic Jeddah (Al Balad): It is located in the city's center near the Makkah Gate. Historic Jeddah will take you on a journey to the past where It's like an open museum full of valuable historical pieces, besides traditional souks (markets) and delicious foods.

(Jeddah, 2020)

King Fahd’s Fountain: It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city and is considered the longest fountain of its kind in the Guinness World Records world. The fountain is beautiful at night when hundreds of colorful lights light up the arc of water as it rises spectacularly against the night sky.

(King FAHAD'S Fountain, 2021)

Umluj - aka the Saudi Maldives:

Best Time to Visit: January-June

The small coastal town of Umluj boasts one of the most beautiful and peaceful beaches not just in Saudi Arabia but around the world.

Located are on the country's Red Sea coast. In the northern Tabuk province of Saudi, Umluj is often referred to as the Saudi Maldives.

With beaches of pure white sand, turquoise waters so clear you can see it teeming with beautiful marine life.

(Umluj, 2021)

Al Ula & Mada'in Saleh:

Best Time to Visit: November-December

Al Ula is one of the oldest cities in the Arabian and home to Mada’in Saleh (Hegra), a UNESCO World Heritage site.

It is rich in historical, geological, geographical significance, the best-known destination in Saudi Arabia.

The most famous place is Mada’in Saleh is A stunning archeological site with impressive architecture from the Nabateans - ancient Arab settlers who inhabited northern Arabia.

You will explore over 110 remarkably well clusters of 2,000-year-old Nabatean tombs. Also, you will Enjoy beautiful golden rock formations at sunset.

(Mada'in Saleh, 2021)

Abha – Highest Large City of Saudi Arabia

Best Time to Visit: February to mid-May and September to November

Abha is the capital of Aseir Province. It is famous for being the highest large city in Saudi Arabia at over 2200 meters. The mountainous Abha region enjoys pleasant weather year-round. Therefore. It is a trendy holiday destination during the summer months due to its beautiful scenery, the famous misty mountain tops, and cooling breezes, in addition to its diverse activities.

(Abha, 2021)

References:

Saudi Arabia, .. (2020). Welcome to Saudi Arabia. Retrieved March 15, 2021, from https://www.visitsaudi.com/en

Saudi Arabia, .. (2019). The Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia. Retrieved March 15, 2021, from https://www.saudiembassy.net/about-saudi-arabia

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