Diplomatic Quarter (Al Riyadh)

Saudi Arabia / Riad / Irqah / Al Riyadh
 building, park, military, police station, district

The Diplomatic Quarter or DQ as it is popularly known, is home to foreign embassies, international organizations as well as residences and malls. With lush gardens and numerous sports facilities, it is also one of the city's greenest areas. It is especially known for its fine architecture, and is considered a model for other Islamic cities around the world.
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Coordinates:   24°40'52"N   46°37'22"E

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  • hello can you tell me how to get hold of the south african embassy in the dq. thanks
  • American Expat @ ok I have been invited to the DQ 2 many times but I never actually went but I think I am going next week, do you really think they wont let me in?
  • Yes there is a gym for women Almanahil. There is a swimming pool there too. It is near to the Brazilian embassy. It is a really nice place to go, there is a coffee shop and salon for women too.
  • I have moved in to DQ recently near Al Manahil Club. Can some one tell me please where is Al Mustaqbil area and how to reach there? Thank you
  • Numerous sports facilities? Where please? i visited a gym on Friday that was closed by 6:00 pm. I peered in through the window and it had a few cardio machines, and maybe a rusted pogo stick in the corner. There wasn't much.
  • How i can reach Althagafah palace in diplomatic quarter in Riyadh
  • are there any hotels inside the DQ
  • ive been working in diplomatic quarters from 2008 till 2015..we are the maintenance in all DQ areas under the supervision of ar riyadh development authority..i miss this place...
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