Saudi Arabia is open to Russians: warm sea and unique sights
Saudi Arabia It is called the land of two shrines - it is the main cities for Muslims - Mecca and Medina.
For a long time, pilgrims and foreigners could get here on a working visit. Recently, the borders were opened to visitors from 49 countries, including Russians.
A big plus of a visit to the kingdom is the absence of covey restrictions and the ability to quickly obtain an electronic visa. Multiple times for a year. It allows you to stay in the country for up to 90 days and is issued online in a few minutes. However, you will have to pay 535 Saudi riyals (9.7 thousand rubles). This amount includes medical insurance for the duration of stay in the country.
There is also a disadvantage for tourists: a visit to Saudi Arabia is an expensive pleasure, since there is no direct flight.
A weekly tour in December costs from 94 thousand rubles per one, the Russian Express said. The price includes accommodation in the hotel "four stars" and flight through Dubai at the cheapest fare. Meals and excursions are paid separately.
A weekly tour with included accommodation, meals, excursions - from 493 thousand rubles for two, explained in PAC Group. A seven-day cruise on the Red Sea costs at the end of December from 83 thousand rubles for two. Air tickets are paid additionally.
Look modest. For women - long dresses or skirts, men - T-shirts and shorts on the knee.
Jeddah is a developing resort on the Red Sea. Its main attraction is the Old Town (El Balad) with high-rise coral buildings, some buildings are about 500 years old. It is under the protection of UNESCO.
Attractions of the capital Riyadh are the Sky Bridge suspension bridge, the eastern bazaar and the historical center named after Abdul Aziz, which includes including the Al-Madi mosque, and the royal palace of Murabba.
You can get acquainted with the history of the city in the Masmak Fortress Museum, and see purebred Arabian horses in the Royal stables.
In the north-west of the country, one of the oldest cities of the Arabian Peninsula is Al-Ula, and the Nabatean rock settlement is Hegra.
Source: ria