The Fascinating Arabia! | Southall Travel

Occupying most of the Arabian Peninsula Saudi has become a major tourist destination over the years capturing attention with its vast expanse of arid desert and mountains. If you wish to discover the rich Arabian tradition, culture and heritage, you cannot miss out on discovering the country, called to be the birthplace and spiritual home of Islam. The only nation with coastlines on the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf, Saudi Arabia is a beautiful hub of adventure and culture where you can indulge in various exciting experiences ranging from mountain trekking in Taif and reef diving in the Red Sea to souq shopping in Jeddah and discovering Bedouin desert in AlUla.

Culture & Heritage

Influenced by its Islamic heritages, the country serves an abundance of historical and cultural experiences for travellers seeking to explore the richness of traditions here. One can treat their eyes to the fineness of Saudi Arabia's heritage portrayed across Rub' Al Khali - the world's largest sand desert, Al-Ahsa - the world's largest oasis, countless mosques and various festivals and cultural activities. The sword-wielding dance moves, Bedouins with falcons and the holy cities like Mecca and Medina are what you cannot miss out on here on your cultural exploration.

Cuisine

It is no wonder that there’s something magical about the Arabic food; and the rich Arabic cuisine served here is actually something to crave for. Prepared from the rich and exotic flavour with a mix of spices, the traditional Saudi cuisines are undeniably a treat for the foodies. Chicken, lamb, yogurt, wheat, rice, milk, potatoes and dates are the staples of the Saudi Arabian cuisine. Be it the restaurants, snack bars or the small shops, you’re definitely going to be in love with the menus here. Shawarmas, kabsa and falafels are some of the must-try dishes in Saudi Arabia.

Hospitality

Saudi Arabia leaves no stone unturned in serving tourists with the best of luxury and comfort. The gracious Middle Eastern hospitality served here ensures you an ideal holiday in the country while experiencing it in all its glory. You can opt from a range of five star properties to three star hotels as per your budget; however, you can be rest assured about the quality service. The big cities like Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam are home to some of the best hotels of Saudi Arabia where you can experience the rich and authentic Middle Eastern luxury.

Adventure

There's no end to thrill amidst the breathtaking natural environs of the country. The fact that Saudi Arabia is home to the largest sand desert on earth makes it one amazing place for adventures like dune bashing, sand boarding, camel riding and Arabian camping. If hiking is your thing, do not miss out on going up to Mount Uhud – the largest mountain in Medina and discovering various hiking trails at Wadi Hanifa. Besides, enjoying water sports like scuba diving, snorkelling, wind surfing, sailing and water skiing in the Gulf and Red Sea waters is altogether a different experience in the country.

Shopping

Shopping is the best thing travellers as well as locals love to indulge in. You’ll find an array of large mall complexes as well as traditional souks across all the cities. However, Riyadh and Jeddah are renowned to be the best shopping places in the country where one can shop for the latest global fashion brands, jewellery, perfume, souvenirs and gifts at amazing prices. Besides, Taif, Abha and Najran are some other cities to discover the most significant shopping malls and traditional markets in the Arabian Peninsula.

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