10/10/2026
πΈπ¦ SAUDI ARABIA: BEYOND THE DESERT
When you hear βSaudi Arabia,β is desert the first thing that comes to mind? ποΈ
Its golden dunes are beautifulβbut they are only one part of the picture.
πΏ Green mountains and misty valleys β Aseer, Abha, and Al Baha.
π Beautiful beaches and turquoise waters β the Red Sea coast, Umluj, and Farasan Islands.
ποΈ History and heritage β AlUla, Diriyah, and Jeddahβs Al-Balad.
ποΈ Modern skylines and striking architecture β Riyadhβs King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), where towers reveal another face of Saudi Arabia.
Beyond the scenery, there is hospitality, regional traditions, food, art, and a deep connection to faith and familyβso much for Saudis to celebrate and take pride in. π€
As an OFW who calls this country her second home, I want to share its many beautiful sidesβfrom mountain villages and coastal towns to the city skyline of KAFD.
The desert is part of Saudi Arabiaβs beauty. The whole story is much richer. πΈπ¦β¨
Which side of Saudi Arabia surprised you most?
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