Wavy Willows
Willows waving back and forth in the wind at the Secret Lake.http://blueabaya.blogspot.com/2012/12/the-secret-lake.html
View ArticleAbsolutely No Children Allowed
In Saudi-Arabia it seems there's always somebody that is not welcome to enter.
View ArticleThe Last Sunset
Sunset at the red sands in Saudi-Arabia on 21/12/12, the predicted date of end of the world by the Mayans.
View ArticleSanta In Saudi
This man can be found at the annual Janadriya festival giving out candy to children. He could be the Saudi Santa!
View ArticleSaudi Woman Driving
Saudi women and children enjoy riding quad bikes on the Red Sand dunes.
View ArticleBeach Warning Signs
The beaches on Farasan islands are dotted with warning signs from the Ministry. This one says: "By following safety instructions your smile will last long. This should always be observed."
View ArticleDevil Horse
This horse was racing yesterday at Riyadh Equestrian Club which holds races every Friday throughout the winter months. This weekend was a special event called the Crown Prince Cup and many of the...
View ArticleFeminine Farwas
These coats are called farwas, they are very heavy and thick coats worn by Saudis during the cold winter months. The coats are made of lambs wool and they don't have buttons in the front, it's worn...
View ArticleNature Trail
Scenery along the wadi walking track which runs around the Diplomatic Quarters in Riyadh.
View ArticleFamily Prayer
A picnicking family taking a break for Asr prayer. The most well versed in Quran will lead the prayer and act as the imam.
View ArticleVeil Adornment
Some Saudi women like to adorn their veils with decorative head bands during festivals and celebrations.
View ArticleSpice Souq
An old Saudi man selling spices and other food items at the Al Ahsa (Hassa) souq.
View ArticleSouq Al Qaysaria
Entrance to the newly renovated souq in Al Hassa (also known as Hofuf, Al Ahsa).
View ArticleGiant Saudi Flag
A huge Saudi flag near to one of the entrances to old Diriyah (Al Diriya, Ad Dariyah) in the outskirts of Riyadh where the first Saudi state was born. The giant flag's surroundings are a very popular...
View ArticleRiyadh Date Souq
When dates turn yellow from the original green color they are called rutab. After they start ripening and changing color they're called tamr.The Riyadh date souq is next to the Rabwah vegetable souq...
View ArticleDiriyah Organic Farm
An organic farm in Diriyah just outside of Riyadh on the edge of Wadi Hanifa. The farm overlooks ruins of palaces of the historical Diriyah. This farm produces organic vegetables, fruits and herbs year...
View ArticleUshaiger Heritage House
The lovely little village of Ushaiger, located about 170km NW of Riyadh has been partially renovated to its old glory by the villagers who paid for it out of their own pockets. That's how much they...
View ArticleLake Kharrarah
Amidst the endless ocean of sand dunes lies “Lake Kharrarah” National Park. The valley actually transforms into an actual lake only after the heavy rains. The massive surge of water rushes down the...
View ArticleRain At Red Sands
Rain changes the color of the red sand dune desert drastically. The contrast becomes even more striking when the dunes become soaked with water and dark clouds fill the skies.
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