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Seven amazing travel experiences in an ‘open’ Saudi Arabia


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Photo: September 23, 2017 - Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia: A ruined tomb facade at Madain Saleh, a UNESCO World Heritage Site / Crystal Eye Studio / Shutterstock.com

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Tuesday told the world that he plans to return the country to a “moderate Islam open to the world”. Right now, it is tough to get tourist visas for the conservative kingdom, but if the Crown Prince gets his way, tourists will be in for a real treat in one of the world’s most ancient nations.

Here are our seven favourite travel experiences to look forward to in an open Saudi Arabia.

1. ADMIRE THE MUD ARCHITECTURE OF DIR’AIYAH

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Tharik Hussain