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Arabia has intrigued travellers for centuries. Its vast swathes of desert were the swaddling clothes of infant Islam, the Arab race and of Arabic, a language considered holy by Muslims. It's also home to Islam's two holiest cities and a host of modern, thriving, oil-rich metropolises.
Travel Warning: Foreigners Targeted
Following attacks on foreigners, western governments are warning against non-essential travel to Saudi Arabia. If you are staying in the country, avoid public places where Westerners are known to congregate, ensure that your hotel has a good reputation for maintaining high security precautions and stay abreast of travel advisory updates.
Check out Safe Travel for a current official warning.
severity: High-level alert
Fast Facts
Country Full Name
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Population
24,200,000
Currency
Name: Saudi Riyal
Code: SAR
Symbol: SRIs
Electrical Plugs
110/220V 60Hz
Languages Spoken
Official: Arabic
Time Zones
GMT/UTC +3
Country Dialing Code
+966
Weights & Measures
Metric
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