Quoted from Magma Travel, Thursday, July 24, 2014, Islamic culture became the main attraction parisiwata in Saudi Arabia, in addition to important rituals of Muslims who are not found in other countries.
A number of mosques in Saudi Arabia has historical value, religious, and artistic. Desert and the Red Sea with beautiful beaches also attract tourists profit came to this country.
Here are some amazing places in Saudi Arabia.
1. The black stone
This stone is located at the edge of the Kaaba, the ancient stone buildings where Muslims pray. Muslims believe that the black stone is a stone that fell from the sky at the time of the Prophet Adam and his wife, Eve.
The stone was originally white, but later turn black because it absorbs the sins by humans.
Only those lucky ones who have the opportunity to kiss the sacred stone of this. However, you do not have to force yourself to be able to kiss him. Current Hajj season, it is almost impossible to reach the Black Stone is.
The black stone has tremendous religious importance, touching the stone will give an amazing feeling.
2. Prophet's Mosque in Madinah
This is the most peaceful place in the world. This place is known as a slice of paradise. Nabawi Mosque is located in Medina, and considered to be the second holiest mosque in the world. This mosque was built by the Prophet Muhammad.
You will get a unique spiritual feeling that is not likely to be found in every corner of the world. If you are a Muslim, you will feel blessed after visiting this holy place. If you are non-Muslim, this place will be like a place of adventure. You will admire the architecture in this mosque.
Leave this mosque could become the most heartbreaking experience. This place is the best place to visit if you want to cool off from the modern world and the artificial.
Masjid seem very big and clean. You can see the cleaning staff work very hard. People perceive the most beautiful places on earth.
3. Fountain Jeddah
Jeddah Fountain also known as King Fahd's Fountain. It is the tallest fountain in the world located on the Red Sea coast. Fountain height reaches 1,024 feet or 853 meters.
This fountain is a fountain made on the orders of King Fahd and donated to the city of Jeddah. Unique, this fountain using salt water from the Red Sea, instead of ordinary fresh water.
People are very fond of this fountain because it has amazing design and deliver the most spectacular sights in the night. Sunset views also provide peace and a romantic atmosphere. The glow of fireworks also adds to the scenic beauty.
There are almost 500 spotlights used to illuminate the fountain at night. the best place to enjoy the beauty of this fountain is from Tree Square. In fact, without the music once, you can for hours enjoying the atmosphere here. In addition, the Red Sea is a paradise for divers.
4. National Museum
All relevant history of Islamic culture can be seen in the National museum which has an area of 17,000 square meters. The museum is located in Riyadh. The source of information in this museum consists of 10 different galleries that include collections of some of the king who founded Saudi Arabia.
If visitors do have a great interest in history, then this place will offer great works of art history. Seen from the building, the museum is impressive advances in technology.
This place is so vast, it is also equipped with a garden on the outside that offers a spectacular view at night.
5. Silver Sands Beach
Most tourists who love the beach, guaranteed not to be disappointed with the beach is considered to have got a jewel of Jeddah.
Silver Sands beach is one of the most beautiful beaches because it has a smooth and soft sand and blue water is so clear. This beach gives the impression of a tropical island with the breeze.
Sea water looks blue and green can really spoil the eye. Lounger complete with umbrellas available on the beach under palm trees.
Beaches become the perfect place to relax with family and friends.
6. The Kingdom Centre Tower
If you like challenges, this building can be an incredible experience. The tallest building in Saudi Arabia occupies a large area, which included the Central Hospital of the King Abdul Aziz, consisting of 65 floors as high as 992 feet.
This is the third tallest building in the world. Riyadh City View can be seen with really good in this building the tower bridge.
The tower building has a number of facilities such as shopping malls, food courts, restaurants, hotels, and a party room.
7. Floating Mosque
The mosque is in fact not really floating up to its name. This mosque dimanakan Floating Mosque because of the beautiful white mosque is shown emerging from the sea, because it is surrounded by water on three sides.
This mosque presents a beautiful view of the ocean from the beach. This mosque was built in 1980 and has so modern architects.
8. Jabal Al-Nur
The place is also known as the mountain of light. Muslims believe that this hill became the first place of the Prophet Muhammad received his first revelation from God. This hill has an altitude of 5,000 meters above sea level. It became a sacred place for Muslims. You need snacks and water during climb. (ren)
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