Riyadh Travel: Best Things to Do in Riyadh
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Tourism in Riyadh
Riyadh - the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - is located on a desert plateau in the center of the country. It embraces many distinctive towers, the most important of which is the Kingdom Tower, which is 302 meters high with a high bridge in the sky connecting the two towers together, and Al Faisaliah Tower, which is located in the Olaya district and has a height of 267 meters; Al-Masmak Palace, built of mud and brick, is located in the historic Al-Deira district, and it is one of the most famous historical monuments in Saudi Arabia. In addition, the city of Riyadh is famous for its huge and luxurious shopping complexes, including the Riyadh Gallery Mall, which is distinguished by its wonderful interior designs, and includes various international shops and various restaurants. Riyadh contains many gardens and parks, including Al Salam Park, which is located near the Palace of Government and extends over an area of 312,000 square meters of green spaces and water bodies, and King Abdullah Park, which attracts millions of visitors.