Landmarks & Heritage

Landmarks, archaeological sites and UNESCO World Heritage properties across Saudi Arabia.

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Archaeology of Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has a rich archaeological record spanning Palaeolithic settlements, ancient kingdoms and early Islamic sites, with major discoveries in r…

UNESCO World Heritage in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has seven UNESCO World Heritage properties, from the Nabataean tombs of Hegra to the rock art of Hail and the Al-Ahsa Oasis.

King Fahd Fountain

The King Fahd Fountain in Jeddah is one of the tallest fountains in the world, projecting seawater to over 300 metres.

Masmak Fortress

Masmak Fortress is a mud-brick fortress in central Riyadh, famous as the site of the recapture of Riyadh in 1902.