Gulf Insider visits one of the oldest cities in Saudi Arabia, AlUla

Gulf Insider visits one of the oldest cities in Saudi Arabia, AlUla

Located Northwest of Saudi Arabia, AlUla is a beautiful Arabian oasis with a history that can be traced back to ancient times. Now, under the custodianship of the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU), this untouched gem is being revealed to the world. Gulf Insider was recently invited by the Commission to explore the destination’s extraordinary natural heritage and witness a first-of-its-kind event.

There are few places in the world where you can feel like a true explorer charting the unknown and fascinating to see a historic destination 1,100 km away from Riyadh. AlUla remains largely off the global tourism radar, however, there are a lot of different cultural events and experiences that visitors can immerse themselves in.

Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) recently partnered with the Saudi Polo Federation (SPF), to bring the second edition of Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo. The tournament is one of the first events in the region that solidifies the Commission’s efforts to promote the Arabian equestrian legacy in Saudi Arabia.

The landmark event, which took place as a part of the Winter at Tantora festival, has witnessed leading international polo players competing in an adrenaline-packed game set against a stunning backdrop of