Riyadh

West Asia, Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia

People from Riyadh are called:

Male/General:

Riyadhi

Pronunciation:

/riːˈjɑːd/

Quick Facts

Population:
7,676,654 (2024 est.)
Country:
Saudi Arabia
Region:
West Asia

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Etymology & Origin

From Arabic 'ar-Riyāḍ', meaning 'the gardens'. The demonym is 'Riyadhi' or 'Riyadhiyah'.

About Riyadh

  • Capital and largest city of Saudi Arabia.
  • Located in the center of the Arabian Peninsula.
  • Rapidly modernizing city with skyscrapers and mega-projects.
  • Home to Kingdom Centre and future NEOM city.
  • Political and administrative heart of Saudi Arabia.

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