SAUDI ARABIA THROUGH THE LENS

Sunday, February 27, 2011

Observer

Photo taken while we were driving down the highway in Riyadh...

Friday, February 25, 2011

King Abdullah came home after spine surgery in USA and rehabilitation and rest period in al-Magrib - Marocco. Riyadh has been decorated with his images, Saudi flags and posters expressing love for the monarch.

Nobody can say, he is not aware that King Abdullah is home.

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Traditional Tent on Saudi Date Farm

As you see, even in tents Saudis have AC and fireplaces.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Old Woman

Saudi Arabia is known as one of the richest countries in the world,

but the poverty has not been eliminated.

Sunday, February 20, 2011

Saudi Man, a Horse and a Mobile in Thumama

One day, we went to Thumama Desert, a popular picnic spot during colder days, 30 km from Riyadh.

There were crowds on the highway (!) and police to regulate traffic.

We managed to find a place where the nearest family was approx. 100 meters from us ;) and suddenly - a Saudi Man on a Horse talking through the Mobile appeared - among the sand dunes.

Why do I get an impression that Saudis can spend hours... talking through their phones?

Friday, February 18, 2011

Kharj

Thursday, February 17, 2011

Hospital al-Yamamah in Riyadh

photo published initially on my blog ARABIA SAUDYJSKA

Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Women on the side of the road in Riyadh

Women - probably foreigners from Africa - sit on the side of the road in Wadi Hanifa with their children.

It is not common for Saudi women to gather in such public places.

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

One Evening near Fort Masmak

Monday, February 7, 2011

Fort Masmak in Riyadh

All photos published originally on my blog Arabia Saudyjska

Truck crossing the desert. Old building in the middle of the desert. And Beduin tents.

Sunday, February 6, 2011

Children's performance

Children's performance during celebrations on the occasion of end of ramadan (Muslim month of fasting) in Riyadh.

Friday, February 4, 2011

Jewellery and a bronze figurine

Exposition Unity within Cultural Diversity at National Museum in Riyadh.

published originally on my blog Arabia Saudyjska

Thursday, February 3, 2011

Memorial Hall

in King Abdul-Aziz Historical Center

One of the historical museums of the Kingdom, affiliated by King Abdulaziz Darat. The contents of this museum constitute a major component of King Abdulaziz Darat. Specialized in King Abdulaziz's history, remainings, personal effects, and features of his personal and public life. Composed of three groups:
1 - bibliography of King Abdulaziz including written texts, some portraits and photographs reflecting his bibliography, growth and efforts to unify the country.
2 - the private library of King Abdul Aziz that includes collection of rare files, periodicals and volumes that had collected during his life, reaching to around (1,551) volumes.
3 - composed of historic acquired pieces, photos, maps, pertinent to King Abdulaziz and the history of the state during his reign. In addition to various riffles, swords, daggers, bayonets, and Saudi coins.

Khazzan Street
Tel. No. : 01-401 1999

source: www.arriyadh.com

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

City

Center of Riyadh.

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

lake in Wadi Hanifa

Saudi Women at artificial lake in Wadi Hanifa. It was a lovely day - almost no people around - quite unusual for such a site... Exams helped us to avoid crowds and spent nice evening there.

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