Diriyah [1] (Arabic: الدِرْعِيّة, ad-Dir‘īyah, approximate meaning ‘place of armor’ [2]), formerly romanized as Dereyeh [3] and Dariyya, [4] is a town and governorate in Saudi Arabia. Located on the northwestern outskirts of the Saudi capital, Riyadh.

Mar 23, 2025 · Explore The historic At-Turaif with tailored student tours for rich learning.

Visit the birthplace of Saudi Arabia and walk in the footsteps of visionaries and kings. Discover Diriyah, a place of beginnings, old and new. Explore The historic At-Turaif with tailored student tours for rich learning.

Diriyah's At-Turaif district, just outside Riyadh, is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and is the origional home of the Saudi royal family. It's a highly recommended place to visit during a trip to Riyadh.

May 10, 2015 · The historic city of Ad’Diriyah, where the first Saudi State was established in 1745 (1158H) has been undergoing a huge restoration project since 2011. I for one have been anxiously awaiting for it to finish because I simply love all this place has to offer.

Oct 6, 2024 · Located in the historic At-Turaif district on the outskirts of the capital city Riyadh, The Diriyah Museum transforms the 18th century ruins of At-Turaif into an open air museum. At-Turaif was the birthplace of the first saudi state and was the …

The At-Turaif District in ad-Dir'iyah was the first capital of the Saudi Dynasty, in the heart of the Arabian Peninsula, north-west of Riyadh. Founded in the 15th century, it bears witness to the Najdi architectural style, which is specific to the centre of the Arabian Peninsula.

The old city of Ad Diriyah is a UNESCO World Heritage site in Saudi Arabia known for its rich cultural history. It is located on the northwestern outskirts of Riyadh and comprises different districts, each offering exotic attractions.

Diriyah, a UNESCO World Heritage Town, stands as a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Saudi Arabia. Nestled on the outskirts of Riyadh, Diriyah is a captivating journey into the roots of the Kingdom.

We drive for 30 minutes to Ad-Diriyah, located on the western bank of the Wadi Hanifah, a dry riverbed where water flows only after big rains. Ad-Diriyah used to be the capital of the Najd (the central plateau of the Arabian Peninsula) from the 15th century until the beginning of …