KING ABDULLAH PARK

It is the largest park in the city and used to be a former racecourse for horses where several horse racing events used to take place. It also holds public events such as the Saudi National Day celebration when fireworks are held before midnight. The park boasts of a giant dancing water fountain, an artificial lake and gets flooded by pedestrians during the festivals of eid. It also includes a wide pedestrian aisle and there are a lot of paths encircling the fountain.

Amongst all the other Tourist places in Saudi Arabia, the King Abdullah Park is a beautiful desert park for you to stroll around while in the Emirate of Al-Ahsa, in Saudi Arabia. It was created in the style of a typical Islamic garden, complete with lakes and streams. The design considers the needs of local plants and animals while also offering adequate relief from the region's arid climate.

Here you will see that there are numerous Plants and flowers that grow in the park, including the palm, olive, and acacia trees. It also has many species of birds and fish such as carp and tilapia. King Abdullah Park is an eco-tourism location for Saudi Arabia and is a wildlife reserve. The design is reinforced by high walls bordering the park on all sides and it has a very modern appearance while also maintaining some of its traditional ways of use.

Highlights

• Take a walk on the 12m pedestrian corridor as you enjoy the scenic beauty of the park.
• Enjoy the dancing laser water fountain which is 110 meter tall and the display is a sight to behold for tourists and locals alike.
• Enjoy the various stalls and exhibits put here during festive seasons like Eid which are very popular amongst visitors.
• Visit the Riyadh zoo which is nearby the park and houses several species of animals that can be spotted.
• Enjoy a sumptuous meal at the various local restaurants that are in close vicinity to the park and are easily accessible. They serve various cuisines of food to appetize your palate which make them one of the best tourist spots in Saudi Arabia.