The name Riyadh is derived from the plural of the Arabic word rawdha, which means "garden," particularly those formed in the desert after the spring rains. Riyadh has for more than 1500 years been a fertile area set in the heartland of the Arabian Peninsula.The settlement was historically famous for its Palm Trees and Dates and Orchards. The modern name was first applied to only certain parts of the settlement where orchards predominated. Gradually the name was used for the entire settlement.
Burj Al Mamlakah
Main article: Kingdom Centre
The 302 m (992 ft) high Kingdom Tower (Arabic: برج المملكة) is the tallest skyscraper in Saudi Arabia and the 37th tallest building in the world. The tower is built on 94,230 square meters of land, while the associated centre occupies 30ha. The tower is home to the highest mosque in the world.
Main article: Kingdom Centre
The 302 m (992 ft) high Kingdom Tower (Arabic: برج المملكة) is the tallest skyscraper in Saudi Arabia and the 37th tallest building in the world. The tower is built on 94,230 square meters of land, while the associated centre occupies 30ha. The tower is home to the highest mosque in the world.
Burj Al Faisaliyah
Main article: Al Faisaliyah Center
Al Faisaliyah Center (Arabic: برج الفيصلية) was the first skyscraper constructed in Saudi Arabia, and is the second tallest building in the country after the Kingdom Center. The golden ball that lies atop the tower is said to be inspired by a ballpoint pen, and contains a restaurant; immediately below this is an outside viewing deck. There is a shopping center with major world brands at ground level.
Main article: Al Faisaliyah Center
Al Faisaliyah Center (Arabic: برج الفيصلية) was the first skyscraper constructed in Saudi Arabia, and is the second tallest building in the country after the Kingdom Center. The golden ball that lies atop the tower is said to be inspired by a ballpoint pen, and contains a restaurant; immediately below this is an outside viewing deck. There is a shopping center with major world brands at ground level.
King Fahd Road
King Fahd road is the wealthiest business place in Riyadh, Headquarters of major companies and organizations are located on the road's both sides. Huge malls, business towers and skyscrapers are widely distributed on this road.
The northern end reaches the Airport over another highway. According to many opinions, King Fahd Road is the most beautiful street in Saudi Arabia, making the road a popular tourist attraction.
Famous landmarks such as Kingdom Centre, Al Faisaliyah Center, Al Anoud Tower and the Ministry of Interior building are also located in King Fahd Road. However it is fast becoming second to King Abdullah Street which has seen major building projects and is currently under construction for a train track and tunnel system.
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