Discover Saudi Arabia
High-income oil economy. Vision 2030 diversification: tourism (AlUla, Red Sea), entertainment, tech, NEOM mega-project.
About Saudi Arabia
Geography
Area: 2,149,690 sq km
- • Desert: extremely hot summers (50C+), mild winters
Government
Type: absolute monarchy
Capital: Riyadh
Economy
High-income oil economy. Vision 2030 diversification: tourism (AlUla, Red Sea), entertainment, tech, NEOM mega-project.
GDP: $833.5 billion
Demographics
Population: 36,408,820
Languages: Arabic (official)
Religions: Muslim 93% (Sunni 75-85%, Shia 10-15%)
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Major Cities in Saudi Arabia
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Travel Essentials
📞 Contact & Emergency
Phone Code: +966
Currency: Saudi Riyal (SAR)
fire: 998
police: 999
ambulance: 997
⚡ Practical Info
Electricity: 220V / 60Hz / Type A, B, G
Driving: Right
Water: ✅ Safe
💰 Tipping
- • 10-15% in restaurants
- • Not expected elsewhere
When to Visit Saudi Arabia
✅ Best Months
November, December, January, February, March
🔥 Peak Season
Nov-Mar (pleasant weather)
💎 Off Season
Jun-Sep (unbearable heat 45-50C)
Saudi Seasons festivals
Saudi National Day (Sep 23)
Top Destinations in Saudi Arabia
Cultural Tips
- 💡Saudi Arabia recently opened to tourism (2019) — tourist visas now available
- 💡Dress modestly (women no longer required to wear abaya but should dress conservatively)
- 💡Alcohol is completely banned
- 💡Prayer times: shops close 5 times daily for 20-30 minutes
- 💡Segregation is relaxing but some family sections remain
- 💡Photography: always ask permission, never photograph military/government buildings
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