Culture & History in Saudi Arabia
Heritage and traditions
Culture & History
Jeddah: The Red Sea Port That Kept the Hajj Alive for 1,400 Years
A culture and history guide to Saudi Arabia's second city — where coral towers, pilgrim routes, and sudden modernization collide on the Red Sea coast.
Culture & HistoryRiyadh: From Masmak to the Edge of the World
A comprehensive cultural guide to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's capital. From the UNESCO mud-brick palaces of Diriyah where the kingdom was born, to the 1,000-foot cliffs of the Edge of the World, to the transformative Riyadh Metro that opened in 2024. Includes specific addresses, prices, opening hours, and a What to Skip section.