See the World Heritage Sites in Saudi Arabia and Experience Unique Cultural Charms

🌟This is one of the richest countries in the world, full of oil and princes, simply incredibly wealthy. And since opening visas in 2019, restrictions were further eased in 2022. Chinese citizens can apply for electronic visas, with multiple entries within a year and stays of up to 90 days, making travel super convenient. Riyadh: A Blend of Modern and Traditional The capital, Riyadh, is a charming city. Here you'll find the 99-story "bottle opener"—Kingdom Centre Tower. Standing on the top-floor skybridge, you can overlook the entire bustling city😍. There's also the recognized World Heritage Site, At-Turaif District in ad-Dir'iyah, where Najdi-style architecture showcases a unique Arabian style. And the "Edge of the World" northwest of Riyadh is even more stunning. Standing in the desert, it feels like you're at the end of the world. AlUla: An Ancient Legend in the Desert AlUla, located in northwestern Saudi Arabia, is a must-visit to experience Saudi Arabia's ancient civilization and desert scenery. Hegra, Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site, features over 130 tombs that resemble a large open-air museum. Elephant Rock, shaped like an elephant, is one of the iconic attractions of the AlUla Valley. There's also Maraya Concert Hall, the world's largest mirrored building, reflecting the magnificent scenery of the surrounding valleys and sand dunes during the day and the desert starry sky at night—breathtakingly beautiful. Jeddah: The "Maldives" on the Red Sea Jeddah is Saudi Arabia's coastal city, with coastal scenery comparable to the Maldives. The west coast of the city, near the Red Sea, is the perfect spot to watch the Red Sea sunset and the spectacular King Fahd's Fountain, one of the world's largest fountains. The Floating Mosque, built along the Red Sea, is extremely romantic with its pure white main structure and blue-green dome. Al-Balad, the historic district, is also not to be missed. The buildings here, mostly built in the early 16th-20th centuries, are constructed with coral stones from the Red Sea, and the doors and windows are painted in bright, vibrant colors, full of cultural charm. In addition to the beautiful scenery, Saudi Arabia's cuisine is also very distinctive😄. Shawarma, for example, is marinated meat wrapped in flatbread with fresh vegetables and special sauces, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Kabsa, the national dish, is a flavorful rice dish seasoned with spices and served with lamb, chicken, or fish, hearty and delicious. There are also snacks like falafel and hummus, which are also very good. In short, Saudi Arabia is a country with an air of mystery, with modern romance, historical civilization, wild deserts, and unique, naturally formed wonders—beautiful and full of treasures. If you want to experience extreme solitude and romance, you must visit Saudi Arabia🎉. Kingdom Centre: Located in the heart of Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, it is a landmark building and the largest and most important financial and economic center in Riyadh. Once the tallest building in the Middle East, it still holds the position of the second tallest building in the Middle East. The tower houses numerous offices, a five-star hotel, and 44 luxury suites. From the top of this tower, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Riyadh. (II) Old Royal Palace: Located in the Hanifa Valley, 16 km northwest of Riyadh. This was once the ancient capital of the former Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the birthplace of the Saudi family. Many mosques were built within the ancient capital, which was the base for Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab to spread Wahhabism. Currently, the only relatively well-preserved ruin of the ancient capital is this old royal palace, built with mud, stone, dried citrus, dried date palm leaves, and trunks. It is mainly composed of two- or three-story mud buildings, many of which have already collapsed. (III) Masmak Fortress: Located in the southern suburbs of Riyadh, 23 km from Riyadh Airport, it was built in 1865. In Arabic, it means "tall and thick building," which is the most appropriate name for this sturdy fortress. Its walls are very thick, a full 18 inches, and at each corner, there is a huge 18-meter-high watchtower, emphasizing its impregnability and stability. (IV) Taif: The summer capital of Saudi Arabia. Luxurious residences and villas have been built here. Taif preserves many ancient relics, including a castle built during the Ottoman Empire, a military fortress built during the Arabian Peninsula War, the Abdullah Al-Abbas Mosque, which was first built in the 6th-7th centuries, and King Faisal's palace, Shubra Palace. (V) Rub' al Khali: Meaning "Empty Quarter," it gets its name from covering about a quarter of the Arabian Peninsula and is one of the largest deserts in the world. (VI) Mecca: Located in the valley of the Ibrahim Wadi in the middle section of the Sarawat Mountains in western Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia is located on the Arabian Peninsula in southwest Asia, and Mecca, the first holy city of Islam, is located in the valley of the Ibrahim Wadi in the middle section of the Sarawat Mountains in western Saudi Arabia. (VII) Hegra Archaeological Site (Mada'in Saleh): Formerly known as Hegra, it is the largest preserved site of the Nabataean civilization south of Petra, Jordan. (VIII) At-Turaif District in ad-Dir'iyah: The At-Turaif District in ad-Dir'iyah is the location of the first capital of the Saudi dynasty, located in central Arabia, northwest of Riyadh, and was first built in the 15th century. (IX) King Fahd's Fountain: The tallest fountain in the world. Built between 1980 and 1983 and put into use in 1985, King Fahd's Fountain is a very special fountain. It is not located in a palace or a square, but in the sea. (X) Floating Mosque: Located on the Corniche Road in Jeddah, the second largest city in Saudi Arabia, it is built on the edge of the Red Sea and supported by several thick cement pillars. From a distance, it looks like it is standing on the water, hence the name Floating Mosque. The mosque has a simple and elegant appearance, and the calm pool in front makes it truly beautiful, with its reflection in the water even more charming.