Equestrian Escape
By Naureen Ahmed Where in the world can you see a residential quarter with an equestrian club in its backyard? The Al Aghar Equestrian Club in…
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Stephen Boyko: Cherishing the Outdoors
By Maria Cometti Over 10,000 residents call the DQ home. Meet Your Neighbor profiles interesting people in our international DQ Community. Learn about the diverse experience,…
Tuwaiq Palace: The Heart of the Diplomatic Quarter
Photos by Abdulaziz Muhaysin and Ahmad Ramadan For over 30 years, the Tuwaiq Palace, one of architecture’s greatest marvels, stands strong and still in the Diplomatic…
Splendid Switzerland
BY MARIA COMETTI The word “splendid” and all its synonyms are not enough to describe Switzerland. This country’s enchanting beauty, awe-inspiring innovations and modernity as well…
Interview with Ambassador Heinrich Schellenberg
Switzerland’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia How did you get started being a diplomat? I was interested in international politics, foreign languages and different cultures at a…
Darraq: DQ Chic
Travel around the park-laden landscape of the Diplomatic Quarter in Riyadh and you will find a distinct style fusing local architecture and lush livable spaces. In…
Nozomi At Your Service
By Naureen Ahmed Nozomi’s latest ventures into catering and to-go services introduce innovative and convenient ways to enjoy their delicious food in the comforts of our…
The Essence of Alliance Française d’Arabie Saoudite
By Alyaa Malik Did you know that learning a new language helps you be more confident and more open-minded? It creates opportunities to meet new people…
Al Manahil Spa
Return to quiet and reclaim your wondrous energy of life. Al Manahil Spa has been the perfect urban escape for women in the Diplomatic Quarter since…
Leadership Through Service
By Maria Cometti Meet the man who visited Riyadh on a temporary assignment and stayed. Mr. Farhan Lone, General Manager of the Courtyard by Marriott Diplomatic…