National Museum of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh (must see)
The National Museum is an iconic cultural institution that stands as a testament to the country's rich historical legacy. It is part of the King Abdulaziz Historical Center, a cultural complex dedicated to preserving and showcasing the cultural and historical heritage of Saudi Arabia.
Established in 1999, the National Museum spans a sprawling area of 28,000 square meters and is designed in a modern style that merges traditional architecture with contemporary design elements. Its eight halls are organized chronologically and thematically, covering the history and culture of the Arabian Peninsula from prehistoric times to the modern era.
Exhibits in the museum include ancient artifacts, engaging multimedia displays, rare manuscripts, and models, offering an immersive experience for visitors. Some of the museum's highlights include a large meteorite, a reconstruction of a Nabataean tomb from Madain Salih, and a vast display on the Islamic era, which includes a piece of the Kiswa that once clothed the Kaaba in Mecca.
The National Museum also houses the Al-Murabba Palace, King Abdulaziz's residence, which has been converted into a museum itself. It contains several historical documents and photographs that depict the life of the king and the formation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
With its comprehensive collections and interactive displays, the National Museum provides a deep insight into Saudi Arabia's cultural history, from the earliest civilizations that inhabited the region to the establishment of the modern Saudi state.
Established in 1999, the National Museum spans a sprawling area of 28,000 square meters and is designed in a modern style that merges traditional architecture with contemporary design elements. Its eight halls are organized chronologically and thematically, covering the history and culture of the Arabian Peninsula from prehistoric times to the modern era.
Exhibits in the museum include ancient artifacts, engaging multimedia displays, rare manuscripts, and models, offering an immersive experience for visitors. Some of the museum's highlights include a large meteorite, a reconstruction of a Nabataean tomb from Madain Salih, and a vast display on the Islamic era, which includes a piece of the Kiswa that once clothed the Kaaba in Mecca.
The National Museum also houses the Al-Murabba Palace, King Abdulaziz's residence, which has been converted into a museum itself. It contains several historical documents and photographs that depict the life of the king and the formation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
With its comprehensive collections and interactive displays, the National Museum provides a deep insight into Saudi Arabia's cultural history, from the earliest civilizations that inhabited the region to the establishment of the modern Saudi state.
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National Museum of Saudi Arabia on Map
Sight Name: National Museum of Saudi Arabia
Sight Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (See walking tours in Riyadh)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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Sight Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (See walking tours in Riyadh)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Wise men say that the beauty of a city is not defined only by its length, width, and the grandness of its buildings, but by the broadness of its vision and the height of its dreams. Indeed, whoever envisioned today's Saudi Arabian capital Riyadh 鈥� poetically described as the place "where the sands meet skyscrapers," 鈥� must have dreamed big and wide!
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.6 Km or 2.9 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.6 Km or 2.9 Miles