Riyadh Luxury Hotels

It’s a modern city, which started accepting tourists not long ago, but it quickly gained their trust and respect. The city’s name can be literally translated as "garden", and you will understand why this name has been after you make a walk in it. The number of parks and flower beds is really enormous, and so both historic and new buildings simply dive in greenery.

Al-Batha district is the oldest part of the city. It is situated in the center of Riyadh. Here you can see main historical monuments and learn many interesting facts about the history of Riyadh. Masmak Fortress that was built in the middle of the 19th century is one of greatest places of interest. Several years ago the building was carefully restored and a distinct wing of the fortress was turned into a hotel. Other rooms of the fortress have been converted into a museum, where visitors will enjoy elegant furniture and other decorative items, many of which are considered priceless. However, Museum of Riyadh, which can be found in the western part of the city, has the most valuable exposition. Here you will find rooms dedicated to archaeological artifacts, historical collections, as well as works of art, national costumes and weapons.
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