San Jose to Saudi Arabia

Known as the ‘Capital of Silicon Valley,’ San Jose is the third-largest city in the state of California, boasting of the high concentration of information technology firms. This city is also known for its unique attractions, leisure and recreation opportunities, sporting facilities, museums, art galleries and a vibrant culture. On a tour to San Jose, visitors can explore the Tech Museum, which exhibits displays on how technology shapes our lives; discover interesting art collections at the San Jose Museum of Art or check out the Winchester Mystery House, which is famous for its odd architecture and legends of ghost sightings. Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum & Planetarium presents a fabulous collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts, a must-visit on any trip to San Jose. Heritage Rose Garden that houses a spellbinding collection of nearly 3,000 varieties of rose is an interesting place to visit. Adventure-lovers would love to visit Alum Rock Park, located on the foothills of Silicon Valley. This site offers a number of scenic trails to explore and opportunities for hiking, biking and nature exploration. Affording an endless variety of recreation, adventure and cultural exploration, this city is a place worth visiting time and again. Tourists can make a choice from one of the many exciting travel packages from MakeMyTrip to travel around this city comfortably.

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.