THE Arriyadh Development Authority has created a website in Arabic and English at Arriyadh.com. The website aims to inform both nationals and expatriates about the many services and activities in the Saudi capital, Riyadh. The huge growth of the city in recent years, coupled with the constant changes in the capital and the development of web access, have made printed guides impractical and outdated. It is hoped that the website will become a popular way to disseminate accurate information about Riyadh in a timely fashion.
Both residents of the city and visitors will find the website useful. The website offers news about activities and organizations in Riyadh. New policies and regulations coming into force in Riyadh will also be publicized and general news about Saudi Arabia is available as well.
One popular feature of the site is a dynamic directory. Currently, www.arriyadh.com is making available a database of over 7,000 entries from which a visitor can access information, such as location, addresses, telephone numbers, pictures and descriptions about various businesses, entertainment, and other institutions and facilities in Riyadh. Figure out where everything is in Riyadh through an online map at www.Arriyadhmap.com. If you’re looking for a place to stay, a shopping mall or a restaurant, just click on the correct category in the directory and a list will become available. Information about a wide number of community services and emergency services are also available in the directory. The site has an Events Calendar so it’s easy to know “what’s on” and where. Whether it’s an exhibition, conference, celebration, sporting event or religious lecture, you can get all the details through the site. The activities of the King Abdulaziz Historical Center are particularly promoted.
In addition to being a city guide and directory, the website encourages visitors to learn more about the history of the Saudi capital and the organization of the Saudi government. Special pages focus on tourism, sports and Islam. There’s a photo gallery, too.
If you note any problem with the website or you have a suggestion, the Arriyadh Development Authority encourages viewers of the site to fill out the feedback form. A response to the submitted comments is promised within 24 hours after the feedback is received.