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Saudi Arabia

Capital:	Riyadh
Language:	Arabic
Currency:	SR (Saudi riyal)
Population:	19 895 232
Size sq km:	2 240 000
Phone Code:	966

Hostelling Information

Country Overview

Visit ancient sites and Ottoman forts; browse around colourful markets; watch the setting sun turn sand dunes pink; see mountains and forested hills; picnic in the desert. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia occupies four fifths of the Arabian Peninsula and encompasses fertile lowlands; a stony plateau in the centre; vast sandy tracts; and a mountainous area by the Red Sea coast. Riyadh, the capital, offers intriguing museums as well as the Musmat Fortress while just beyond are the ruins of Dirýaiyah. To the west coast are the great pilgrimage places of Makkah and Medina as well as the scenic mountain town of Taif and the ancient city of Jeddah, with its Ottoman buildings, its enormous souk (or market) and its three old city gates. In the south are the ornate ruins of Timna and Shiban and the appealing, oasis town of Najran. Saudi Arabia's hostels offer easy access to many of the country's highlights.

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Travelling Around

For ease of travel use planes, trains, buses or self–drive. Driving licence required.

Travel Advice

Hostelling International advises you always to check with your own national authorities (Foreign Ministry, State Department etc.) concerning the need for visas, any safety concerns, or any specific restrictions, which may apply in the countries to which you intend to travel.

Health

Vaccinations are advised – check with your medical advisor. Emergency medical treatment is free.

HI-eKit Access Number

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Other Information

Adhere to the customs of Islamic way of dress. A visitor must get an entry visa or a visit visa.

HOSTELLING INFORMATION

Opening times

Main hostels open throughout the year, 24 hours. Reception open 24 hours. Resident manager. Other hostels open throughout the year, 24 hours. Reception open 24 hours. Resident manager.

National Office

Saudi Arabian Youth Hostels Association
P O Box 2359
Riyadh 11451
Tel.: (966) (1) 4055552 / 4051478
Fax.: (966) (1) 4021079
E-mail:
www.sayha.org

Rooms and Reservations

Reservations recommended throughout the year for all rooms. Reservations via Hostel by telephone and fax. Hostels are for Males only. All Hostels are non–smoking.

Guests

Membership Card and Photo ID are required. The maximum stay is 10 days. Age limits may apply for adults – check with hostel. Groups welcome. Group bookings via Hostel by telephone or fax.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner available. Reservation recommended for individuals and for Groups. Self–catering facilities available with limited utensils – plese check with hostel.

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