Riyadh - Wikipedia Riyadh[a] is the capital and largest city of Saudi Arabia [7] It is also the capital of the Riyadh Province and the centre of the Riyadh Governorate Located on the eastern bank of Wadi Hanifa, the current form of the metropolis largely emerged in the 1950s as an offshoot of the 18th century walled town following the dismantling of its defensive fortifications It is the largest city on the
Riyadh | Population, Climate, Map, History, Facts | Britannica Riyadh is Saudi Arabia’s capital and largest city It became the capital of the Saud dynasty in 1824 and, except for a brief period in the 19th century and early 20th century, has been the center of Saudi government
The 75 best things to do in Riyadh in 2025 | Time Out Riyadh There’s never been a better time to explore Riyadh Whether you’re visiting for the first time or have lived in the city for ages, the capital is bustling with cool things to do and check out Looking for inspo? We have you covered with the best things to do in Riyadh
Riyadh essentials: heres everything you need to know before you go Riyadh's story arcs from Diriyah, the 18th-century birthplace of the first Saudi state, to Al Masmak Fortress, where Abdulaziz Ibn Saud’s 1902 raid lit the fuse for unification, to a post-oil boom metropolis of glass, granite and eight-lane roads
About Riyadh - Destination KSA Set high on a desert plateau, Riyadh is a city on the rise…literally and globally As Saudi Arabia’s capital and financial hub, it’s home to sleek districts like KAFD, a growing metro network, and a skyline that blends bold ambition with cultural depth
About Al-Riyadh The new name, **"Riyadh,"** came to encompass what remained of the city of Hajr along with the surrounding lands and orchards The name was derived from the nature and landscape of the area, known for its greenery and gardens
Riyadh - Wikiwand Riyadh is the political and administrative center of Saudi Arabia The Consultative Assembly, the Council of Ministers, the king and the Supreme Judicial Council are all situated in the city
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