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King Abdulaziz Historical Center

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King Abdulaziz Historical Center is a heritage complex in Riyadh that includes the Murabba Palace compound, the National Museum, parks, and cultural institutions. It was King Abdulaziz ibn Saud's main residence and workplace from 1938 to 1953. Today, you can explore restored palace buildings, gardens, and museums that focus on Saudi history.

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  • Murabba Palace, the restored main residence of King Abdulaziz with a living museum in the Diwan
  • National Museum of Saudi Arabia, built as part of the complex
  • Memorial Hall, built on the outlines of an old courtyard house
  • Car collection exhibition hall
  • Al-Dara main lobby and multipurpose hall, built on the footprints of the old majlis
  • Six parks and gardens, including National Museum Park and al-Watan Park

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Goed om te weten

  • The center covers 360,000 square meters south of al-Murabba and north of al-Futah districts.
  • It is not the historic city center; that lies south around Masmak fort and Qasr al-Hukm District.
  • The complex includes six municipal parks and gardens, making it a green space in central Riyadh.

Een stukje geschiedenis

The Murabba Palace was built in 1936/37 about 1.5 km north of the old city walls. After 1953 it fell into disuse, then was restored and expanded for the centennial celebrations.

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What is the King Abdulaziz Historical Center?

It is a heritage complex in Riyadh that includes the Murabba Palace, National Museum, parks, and cultural institutions, inaugurated in 1999 to mark the centenary of Ibn Saud's takeover of Riyadh.

What can I see at the Murabba Palace?

The palace has been restored as a living museum, including the main Diwan (reception hall) and other original buildings.

Is the center the same as the old historic center of Riyadh?

No, the historic city center is south around Masmak fort and the main Friday Mosque in the Dira district.

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