Tour Guide, Taif, Saudi Arabia
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Welcome to Riyadh, the birthplace of modern Saudi Arabia, where the old-world charm meets 21st-century vision. Riyadh Province – also known as Al-Wosta – is home to the country’s capital: a modern metropolis with a thriving financial and business centre, and a growing cultural scene. It’s a city rich in history, boasting forts, palaces and museums, and some of the country’s most colourful souks.
The wider region also offers a wealth of attractions: Ad Diriyah, northwest of the city and the original capital of the first Saudi state is a must-see. Its Al Turaif quarter, a carefully restored mud-brick district that was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010, offers a glimpse into the country’s extraordinary heritage, while the Al Bujairy district is perfect for families, with its twisting lanes, restaurants and cafés. Those in search of tranquillity can head north of the city to the Edge of the World, where the sprawling Tuwaiq escarpment offers breath-taking views over the arid plains below.