Washington to Saudi Arabia

Endowed with unspoilt natural beauty, Washington - 'The Evergreen State' is nestled in the north-western part of the US. From ultra-modern cities to dense jungles, secluded beaches, volcanic mountains and more, this state has every facet that makes for an ideal tourist destination. The Coulee Corridor, Mount St. Helens National Monument, Grand Coulee Dam, Mount Baker Highway, North Cascades, Lake Chelan and Riverfront Park are some of the popular attractions. San Juan - a set of breathtaking pastoral islands - is one of the prime attractions of the state, where they can enjoy whale watching, kayaking and biking, among other interesting activities. Washington is home to some of the most beautiful national parks in the whole of America, such as the Olympic National Park and North Cascades National Park. Known as 'The Emerald City', Seattle - a bustling seaport city - is one of the proud possessions of Washington. A throbbing metropolis, Seattle is home to seemingly endless attractions, including the Pike Place Market, Ballard and Capital Districts, Discovery Park, Olympic Sculpture Park, Seattle Aquarium and Seattle Art Museum. Tourists can visit Washington without any hassle by availing travel packages from MakeMyTrip.

The mystical land of Saudi Arabia boasts beautiful oases, psychedelic desert sunsets, dramatic mountaintops, endless sand dunes, apart from rich culture and heritage. Saudi Arabia’s two holiest cities, Medina and Mecca are the main destinations of the Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages that draw millions of Muslims every year. Riyadh, the capital is a curious combination of crumbling old and glittering new. Visit the Masmak Fort, Deera Square (where public executions take place), Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque, Red Sand Dunes, the Edge of the World, the Camel Trail and Ad Diriyah. At sunset, climb the Skybridge tower! Jeddah has the most beautiful Old Town in the Gulf. The Red Sea with great coastline and beaches is unmissable! Today, Jeddah is Saudi Arabia’s buzzing cosmopolitan hub, home to gleaming hotels and big-ticket events like the Red Sea International Film Festival. The city’s heart is still intact in Al Balad, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Abha offers spectacular mountains and colorful heritage villages, lush green hills, wild monkeys and some striking local architecture. Jizan has Yemeni-like culture and Fayfa and Absiyah, two gorgeous mountain villages. Al-Ula is a replica of Petra and Wadi Rum but without tourists. Meals in Saudi Arabia are rich, spiced, usually accompanied by rice or bread. Meat is an essential part of main meals, followed by sweet tea. Fuul (beans), Falafel, and Shawarma are diet staples, though not traditionally Saudi. This is but a taste of what awaits you in this elusive and mysterious country. You can book your flights with MakeMyTrip India.