Al-Rudaf Park is a popular spot with visitors throughout the year — even the summer months. Its green spaces and playgrounds make this a family-friendly space in the heart of Taif. But the main attraction is the huge lake at its center, which covers an area of 13,000 square meters. The lake includes water fountains and 750 water cannons, in addition to a water-display screen and some children’s play areas.
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ThePlace: Saudi Arabia’s Al-Rudaf Park, located in the heart of Taif
ThePlace: Saudi Arabia’s Al-Rudaf Park, located in the heart of Taif
- The main attraction is the huge lake at its center
GCC secretary general receives China’s special envoy to Middle East
- Jun praised the GCC states’ prudent domestic, regional, and international policies, which have established the council as a reliable and important partner for China
RIYADH: Gulf Cooperation Council Secretary-General Jasem Al-Budaiwi received China’s special envoy for the Middle East Issue, Zhai Jun, at the General Secretariat headquarters in Riyadh on Sunday.
During the meeting, Al-Budaiwi expressed appreciation for China’s condemnation of Iranian attacks on GCC states and for Beijing’s efforts with all parties to halt the conflict and end the escalation, according to a General Secretariat statement.
Jun praised the GCC states’ prudent domestic, regional, and international policies, which have established the council as a reliable and important partner for China. He added that the GCC’s commitment to restraint during the crisis reflects these policies.
The meeting also reviewed preparations for the upcoming China-GCC summit later this year and discussed progress in negotiations toward a free trade agreement between the two sides.
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