Historic site · Saudi Arabia
At-Turaif, Diriyah
Town in Saudi Arabia, capital of the first Saudi state and Emirate of Diriyah
About At-Turaif, Diriyah
Diriyah is a town and governorate in Saudi Arabia. Located on the northwestern outskirts of the Saudi capital, Riyadh, Diriyah was the original home of the House of Saud, and served as the capital of the Emirate of Diriyah under the first Saudi dynasty from 1727 to 1818. Today, the town is the seat of the Diriyah Governorate, which also includes the villages of Uyayna, Jubayla, and Al-Ammariyyah, among others—and is part of Riyadh Province. At-Turaif District, the first capital of Saudis in Diriyah, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010.
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Best time to visit
Best time to go: February – March, November – December
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about At-Turaif, Diriyah
Where is At-Turaif, Diriyah?
At-Turaif, Diriyah is in Saudi Arabia. The nearest city is Riyadh, about 16 km away.
When is the best time to visit At-Turaif, Diriyah?
The most comfortable months to visit At-Turaif, Diriyah are February – March, November – December: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
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