Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities (SCTA) President said more flights are needed to Saudi resorts in order to promote tourism and give a boost to the local economy. Prince Sultan bin Salman has urged domestic airlines to increase the number of flights because there is a shortage, especially during the holidays.
The Prince spoke about the domestic flight shortage during a meeting with the President of the General Authority of Civil Aviation President, director general of Saudi Arabian Airlines, and other airline and aviation officials. He said the air transport sector is a driving force behind domestic tourism and the SCTA is working to integrate it with other sectors relating to tourism
The museum was designed by Japanese architect Arata Isozaki and displays the works of several modern artists such as Piet Mondrian and Mark Rothko. The museum has a red exterior and inside, skylights dot the roof, allowing sunlight to illuminate the galleries. A fountain is also found in the courtyard. Address: California Plaza, 250 South Grand Avenue Tel: (213) 626 6222. &nb...
Until the completion of the new World Trade Center in New York City, the Sears Tower is the tallest building in the United States, standing 442m (527m to the spire). It was built between 1969 and 1973 as headquarters for the Sears corporation, formerly the largest retailer in the world. Designed by architect Bruce Graham, the Sears Tower was the tallest building in the world from 1973 u...
This museum is split into multiple sections that chronicle the history of life on Earth. The garden here is breath-taking, and children will enjoy spending time gawking at the dinosaur fossils, gemstones and meteorites contained within the museum. A well-presented display of the evolution of plants is also available for visitors. The museum is open year round has a café. Address: Sars’ Gate/M...
This complex is a cultural center located in the Kammpi area of the city center. The place houses a lot of shops, a multi Cineplex called ‘Finkino’, an Art Museum, Tennis Palace and the Museum of Cultures. Tennispalatsi has had a rich history in the sports arena as well. Back in 1938 it was constructed as a center for the Olympic Games held in 1940 and later was the ground for a few basketball gam...