A Riyadh Metro train leaves on a test drive to the King Abdullah Financial District Station in the Saudi capital. AFP
A Riyadh Metro train leaves on a test drive to the King Abdullah Financial District Station in the Saudi capital. AFP
The $23 billion Riyadh Metro, comprising six main lines measuring 176km, is set to open in mid-2021. AFP
The $23 billion Riyadh Metro, comprising six main lines measuring 176km, is set to open in mid-2021. AFP
The King Abdullah Financial District Station is one of 85 getting ready to welcome commuters. AFP
The King Abdullah Financial District Station is one of 85 getting ready to welcome commuters. AFP
The design of the stations complements Riyadh's aesthetics. AFP
The design of the stations complements Riyadh's aesthetics. AFP
The look, feel and functionality of the stations and trains have been carefully considered, with elements of traditional local architecture seen throughout. AFP
The look, feel and functionality of the stations and trains have been carefully considered, with elements of traditional local architecture seen throughout. AFP
Construction of the Riyadh Metro project began in April 2014, with test runs starting in August 2018. AFP
Construction of the Riyadh Metro project began in April 2014, with test runs starting in August 2018. AFP
Trains have been painted the same six colours – inside and out – as the metro lines to help passengers plan their journeys. AFP
Trains have been painted the same six colours – inside and out – as the metro lines to help passengers plan their journeys. AFP
The Riyadh Metro covers most of the city's highly populated districts, government facilities, educational and commercial outlets. AFP
The Riyadh Metro covers most of the city's highly populated districts, government facilities, educational and commercial outlets. AFP
The Riyadh Metro is also connected with King KhalId International Airport, King Abdullah Financial District and many of the city's universities. AFP
The Riyadh Metro is also connected with King KhalId International Airport, King Abdullah Financial District and many of the city's universities. AFP
The driverless trains aim to provide a convenient, enjoyable experience for all passengers. AFP
The driverless trains aim to provide a convenient, enjoyable experience for all passengers. AFP
It is hoped the Riyadh Metro will encourage Saudi citizens to leave their cars at home and exercise more, with people walking to and from the stations. AFP
It is hoped the Riyadh Metro will encourage Saudi citizens to leave their cars at home and exercise more, with people walking to and from the stations. AFP

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Take a sneak peek inside the new Riyadh Metro - in pictures

Saudi Arabia's $23 billion project is set to open in mid-2021

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April 05, 2021

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