• An 18th-century palace built from mud and straw in Diryah, on the outskirts of Riyadh. All photos: AFP
    An 18th-century palace built from mud and straw in Diryah, on the outskirts of Riyadh. All photos: AFP
  • It is thought to be where Saudi Arabia's royal family first plotted its conquest of the Arabian Peninsula.
    It is thought to be where Saudi Arabia's royal family first plotted its conquest of the Arabian Peninsula.
  • Later this year, the restored palace will open to the public for the first time.
    Later this year, the restored palace will open to the public for the first time.
  • Analysts say it is part of a larger effort by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to stoke Saudi nationalism and reframe the country's past.
    Analysts say it is part of a larger effort by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to stoke Saudi nationalism and reframe the country's past.
  • The crown prince was made first in line to the throne five years ago this week.
    The crown prince was made first in line to the throne five years ago this week.

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Birthplace of Saudi state promotes vision of modern kingdom — in pictures

Restored Diriyah palace will feature attractions in line with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's concept of a country opening up to the world

The National

June 20, 2022

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