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A Brief History of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, is fast becoming a cosmopolitan city and a major city in the global market. While still modern the city maintains several areas of its historical culture such as Masmak Fort, Ad Diryiah, and many unique shopping centers. |
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The Masmak Fort, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
This fortress is located in the center of Riyadh and offers a true experience into the history of Saudi Arabia and its development, as the Kingdom moves forward in development yet retains its heritage. |
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The King Abdulaziz Public Library
The library offers several branches throughout the city of Riyadh in an effort to make a large variety of reading materials available to all of its residents. The three main branches are the men's women's and children's branches. Lectures, books clubs and other events are also offered. |
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The Al Ahsa Oasis
The largest oasis in the world, Al Ahsa is a large area surrounding several cities such as Dahran, Dammam, Al- Khobar and Al Ahsa among others. The central oasis area containing almost 4 million date palm trees produces up to 5 tons of dates daily during high season. |
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The Two Holy Cities
Mekka and Madina are two of the holiest cities for Muslims from around the world. Each city has its own characteristics and importance. Mekka, where pilgrims converge during the month of Dhul Hijjah, hosts up to 4 million people during the ten days of Hajj. |
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