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Vast, conservative, majestic, primitive and modern, Saudi Arabia has a centuries-old history to tell. Book your tickets with Aegean Airlines and discover the monuments and natural beauty of a unique country and the depositary of Islamic tradition.

Best of Saudi Arabia

From the Bedouin caravans and Lawrence of Arabia to its modern manifestation, Saudi Arabia is a destination full of surprises.

• The capital city of Riyadh is the country's financial, political and administrative centre. It is a very modern, chaotic metropolis with huge motorways, impressive skyscrapers and luxury hotels. Here, you will find architectural landmarks such as Kingdom Tower and Al Faisaliah Tower, as well as the modern National Museum of Saudi Arabia housing rare archaeological treasures.
• The city of Jeddah, the commercial capital of the Kingdom, and its port on the Red Sea, is particularly charming and relaxed. It is also the gateway to the holy cities of Islam: Mecca and Medina. It is worth visiting Jeddah's well-preserved Old City, with the merchants' elaborate tower houses and unique coral structures, making historical Jeddah a UNESCO World Heritage site. The old city bustles with open-air Arab markets (souq), with the souq al-Alawai being the most famous. Don't miss out on a stroll along the 32-km pedestrian promenade where you can admire a spectacular open-air sculpture gallery.
• With no special introductions needed, Mecca and Medina are the two holy cities of Islam. Entry to these remains a pious hope for non-Muslims.

Trip ideas in Saudi Arabia

Aside from the impressive urban centres, the interior of Saudi Arabia offers some interesting options.

• It is worth following the route of the one-time legendary Hejaz Railway to the north to visit one of the country's most important archaeological sites, also on UNESCO's World Heritage site list. Mada'in Saleh is an impressive pre-Islamic necropolis that consists of 131 Nabatean stone tombs, many of them with intricately decorated façades.
• In the south-western Kingdom, Asir Province is a unique landscape of rugged mountains of singular beauty, lush forests, valleys stretching to the Red Sea, and rare flora and fauna. You will find the mountain resort of Abha here, along with the ancient oasis town of Najran, built entirely of mud along with the fortress of the same name.

Though it is a challenging country, with regard to the strict laws and customs of Islam, Saudi Arabia remains a desirable destination. The best time to visit is from November to February, when the climate is milder. Book your tickets with Aegean Airlines and have an unforgettable experience in the cradle of Arab civilisation.