General Travel News

Al Faisaliah Hotel South opens in Riyadh

Al Faisaliah Hotel South was formally inaugurated by Prince Bandar bin Saud, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Deputy Director General of King Faisal Foundation and other officials.

The hotel officially opened for business on Tuesday, March 15, 2011.

This hotel, in addition to new five-star hotel, a Rosewood Hotel, is considered one of the finest facilities for hospitality in the Saudi capital of Riyadh.

More General Travel News
Saudi Arabian Airlines wins best stand design award at Arabian Travel Market 2022
flydubai to operate some flights from Dubai World Central during runway refurbishment project at Dubai International
South Korea Pavilion among top five at Expo 2020 Dubai
Latest Travel News
flydubai to operate some flights from Du...
South Korea Pavilion among top five at E...
Collect souvenirs from the first Emirate...
Featured Sights To See
John Hancock Center

John Hancock Center

Chicago, United States

The John Hancock Center is the third tallest building in Chicago at 344m.  It is one of the signature elements of Chicago's skyline, with its tapered design, twin spires, and criss-crossing trusses.  The Hancock Center was designed by architect Bruce Graham of the famous Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill architecture firm.  It was built between 1965 and 1970 and houses offices, condomin...

Omani Museum

Omani Museum

Muscat, Oman

This museum is delightful, more so because of the spectacular view that it affords of the surrounding city and sea. Omani architecture and other relics are showcased here. The exhibits include stone jewelry, stone farming tools, stone tombs and soapstone, some of which date back to pre-historic times. Timings: Saturday- Wednesday 9:30am – 1:30pm; Thursday 9:30am – 12:30pm, closed Friday Ad...

Neue Pinakotheken

Neue Pinakotheken

Munich, Germany

This gallery holds a collection of 19th century art. Here you can find paintings and sculptures from the Neoclassical and Romantic periods, as well as from the Impressionist movements. The museum was commissioned by King Ludwig I in 1853 as the first museum for contemporary art. Timings: Daily except Tuesday 10.00 – 17.00, Wednesday 10.00 – 20.00 Admission: €5 adults €3.50 st...

Uspenski Cathedral

Uspenski Cathedral

Helsinki, Finland

This is the largest Orthodox Churches in Western Europe and serves the small Orthodox minority in Helsinki. The church was built by the Russians and is quite architecturally magnificent. The five domes are said to be decorated with 22 carat gold on top. The church is one of the most prominent and eye catching buildings in the city. Opening Time: Opening times vary all year round, so call befo...