Blog – Page 2 – Dr. Hans' Saudi Travel Treasures

Al Ahsa – Prince’s School (Al Amiriah School)

Overlooking the old market of Al Ahsa, the Prince’s School is a historic building in the Al Hofuf neighbourhood. This beautiful two-storey square building with ...

Al Ahsa – Ibrahim Palace

Located in the city center and within walking distance from Al Qaisariyah market, Qasr Ibrāhīm or Ibrahim Palace (Qasr) is a fortress built during the ...

Al Ahsa – Al Qaisariyah Souq

The Al Qaisariyah market is one of the most important attractions in town. The souq (bazaar) runs parallel to King Abdulaziz Rd. It is stated ...

Al Ahsa – Old Koot – Al Mullah House

The Al Koot al Naathis is Hofuf’s old centre. The overall condition of the neighbourhood is more due to its age and gives an insight ...

Qatif – Tarout Castle and Surroundings

This fortress, built in the 16th century, is considered the main sight on the island. Located on a mound in the center of the island ...

Qatif – Tarout Island

The governorate of Qatif – north to Dammam and the only one in Saudi Arabia – is predominantly inhabited by people who follow the Shi’ite ...

Dhahran – King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (ITHRA)

Dhahran, Arabic Al Ẓahrān, was founded exclusively for the employees of the Saudi Arabian Oil Company (SAUDI ARAMCO). The company’s employees – many of whom ...

Al Khobar – Scitech Museum

You can now continue north along the Corniche and after about 1.5 km (4,800 ft) you will reach the Scitech Museum, which is located vis-à-vis ...

Al Khobar – Water Tower & Jawza Al Qahtani Mosque

From Adjan Walk, you can then continue along the northern part of the Corniche to Water Tower, or jog along the red-paved running track as ...

Al Khobar – Adjan Walk and Corniche Sea Front

A suitable destination is the Adjan complex, which became completed at the end of 2022, with its ultra-modern buildings directly on the seafront. It’s about ...