Welcom to Ad Diriyah
Ad Diriyah is home to revitalized Al Bujairi, a pedestrianized maze of winding alleyways with cafes and craft shops. Cultural sites include Diriyah Museum, a former palace with exhibits on Saudi history, and the restored Al-Zawihra Mosque. A river lined with date palms runs through Wadi Hanifah valley, a popular spot for waterside picnics, strolling, and cycling.
Introduction to Omar bin Saud Al-Kabir Palace Omar bin Saud Al-Kabir Palace is located in thehistoric At-Turaif district in Diriyah, northwest of Riyadh. This palace is considered one of the prominent historical landmarks in the history ofthe Kingdom of Saudi Arabia The palace was built in the late 18th century and served as the residence…
About Al-Turaif Al-Turaif is one of the most important historical landmarks ofDiriyah; it was the center of governance in the First Saudi Statesince 1180 AH (1766 AD) The district showcases distinctiveNajdi architecture, telling the stories of Diriyah’s rich heritage.Al-Turaif has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since2010 and is considered a symbol of…
Salwa Palace: An Architectural Marvel That Tells the Story of the First Saudi State Introduction to Salwa Palace Salwa Palace is located in the historic Al-Turaif district in Diriyah and stands as one of the most significant historical landmarks in Saudi Arabia. Renowned for its unique architectural authenticity, the palace served as the ruling headquarters of…
Omar Bin Saud Palace
Introduction to Omar bin Saud Al-Kabir Palace Omar bin Saud Al-Kabir Palace is located in thehistoric At-Turaif district in Diriyah, northwest of Riyadh. This palace is considered one of the prominent historical landmarks in the history ofthe Kingdom of Saudi Arabia The palace was built in the late 18th century and served as the residence…
Al-Turaif Historic District
About Al-Turaif Al-Turaif is one of the most important historical landmarks ofDiriyah; it was the center of governance in the First Saudi Statesince 1180 AH (1766 AD) The district showcases distinctiveNajdi architecture, telling the stories of Diriyah’s rich heritage.Al-Turaif has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since2010 and is considered a symbol of…
Salwa Palace
Salwa Palace: An Architectural Marvel That Tells the Story of the First Saudi State Introduction to Salwa Palace Salwa Palace is located in the historic Al-Turaif district in Diriyah and stands as one of the most significant historical landmarks in Saudi Arabia. Renowned for its unique architectural authenticity, the palace served as the ruling headquarters of…