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Traveling to the cities of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the first time might prove to be challenging. Because one cannot travel to every single historical site without proper planning. Also due to hot weather many tourists prefer to visit historical sites in the evening or visit malls at night time. So a first-timer, there are a lot of things you must consider before going on your trip to the Saudi Kingdom to experience the beauty and tradition of the most famous religious country. Let's dive deep into the depth of these occasions through which you can make the most of your experience with Saudi traditions.

Experiencing the Arabic Coffee:

Arabian Coffee is one of the traditional meals of Saudi Arabia which has been passed down by many generations. It's also famous as Qahwa or Gahwa. In the past, it was served on special occasions like weddings or while requesting something from house elders. This coffee is usually made through simple steps which are as follows:

·        Roasting green coffee beans lightly

·        Then grind them and boil them with water in a special pot (Dallah)

·        To add taste add some cardamom or other spices like saffron, cloves, etc.

Although it looks simple from the outside its taste is quite strong and bold which signifies Saudi Arabian culture and traditions.

Culinary Experience by Indulging into Royal Cuisine:

If we talk about experiencing the royal cuisine of Saudi Arabia there are many things you can try which are famous as royal cuisine in the Saudi tradition. Like:

Kabsa

It is a national dish of (KSA). It is famous for its vibrant and mouthwatering taste and fragrance. It is served with chicken, goat, and lamb on top of rice according to preference.

Mandi

Mandi is also a dish which is famous in (KSA). It also includes rice but when it comes to meat it is served with slowly cooked meat. To add taste some use mixed spices and some use dried fruits.

Saudi Arabian Sweets

No royal cuisine completes without a taste of sweetness. Now on the topic of Saudi Sweets most famous and traditional sweets are:

·        Baklava

·        Basbousa

·        Ma'amoul

Camping into Saudi Traditional Style:

Camping in the Saudi tradition is as old as the history itself. While in the modern world, camping is much more advanced than in the past. But Saudis approach and prefer old ways over new ones. Thus maintaining their tradition, in Saudi culture there are certain things you should know when setting up the camp.

First, make sure to buy a tent from the traditional shop which is made from wool goat as it will be best for desert areas then find the best place to set up your camp so it won't slip into the sand. Also, make sure it is near to the water supply or reserve to help you get clean water. It is advised for you to dress modestly to respect Saudi culture and tradition. Also if you are trying to take a Photo it's important to keep in mind that you behave according to the Saudi tradition.

CONCLUSION

In conclusion, Saudi Arabia is famous for many of the reasons and one of the main reason is their food and meals. You can’t imagine the Saudi’s food until you try it and you can explore when you visit there. As a Muslim, you will get a good chance to taste Saudi’s food when you go for Umrah. So, won’t it be best if you make your pilgrimage journey more memorable while trying the Saudi’s local foods and other delicious dishes?