Riyadh is Saudi Arabia's capital and its statement of intent: a fast-growing desert metropolis of glass towers, mega-projects, and restored heritage at Diriyah, the birthplace of the Saudi state. The Kingdom Centre and King Abdullah Financial District define the skyline, while Boulevard City and the season festivals drive a packed events calendar.
The city has become the Gulf's rising conference hub, drawing global finance and tech summits. A new metro network covers the main districts, though ride-hailing remains the default for most visitors; summers are seriously hot, with October to March the comfortable season.
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