Riyadh

Riyadh is the capital and largest city of Saudi Arabia, located inland on the Arabian Peninsula. It is the country’s political center and a major economic hub.

Hajr: Hajr was an ancient settlement in central Arabia near the site of modern Riyadh. Its location and name connect early settlement in the area to Riyadh’s origins.
King Abdulaziz Historical Center: A cultural complex in Riyadh centered on the restored Murabba Palace and the National Museum of Saudi Arabia. It preserves institutions and buildings tied to the city’s transformation into a national capital.
Kingdom Centre: A skyscraper in Riyadh distinguished by a high-level inverted parabolic arch and sky bridge. Its skyline prominence makes it a recognizable symbol of the modern city.
Jeddah: A major Saudi port city on the Red Sea and the principal gateway to Mecca. Jeddah is a commercial and pilgrimage hub, unlike Riyadh’s inland role as national capital.
Diriyah: Diriyah is a historic town northwest of Riyadh and the first capital of the Saudi state. Its rise shifted political power in Najd before Riyadh became the capital.
Riyadh Metro: A rapid-transit network serving Riyadh, comprising six metro lines and bus services. The network addresses mobility pressures created by the city’s rapid expansion.
King Fahd International Stadium: A multipurpose sports stadium in Riyadh, opened in 1987. It hosts major sporting events in the capital.
Mecca: The holiest city in Islam, located in western Saudi Arabia. Its religious importance contrasts with Riyadh’s political and administrative centrality.
Battle of Riyadh: The 1902 battle in which Abdulaziz Ibn Saud captured Riyadh from the Rashidi forces. The victory marked the beginning of the campaign that restored Saudi rule from Riyadh.
Riyadh Region: An administrative region of Saudi Arabia whose capital is Riyadh. The metropolis is also the region’s administrative center, though the region extends far beyond it.

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