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Tuwaiq Palace, Cultural center in Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The palace features a curved 800-meter-long wall enclosing gardens and five projecting tensile structures that create shaded areas within the complex.

Following an international design competition in 1981, OHO Joint Venture architects completed the construction of Tuwaiq Palace in 1985.

The palace functions as a venue for state receptions, government functions, and cultural festivals that present Saudi traditions to international visitors.

The 24,000-square-meter facility includes swimming pools, tennis courts, bowling alleys, conference rooms, dining areas, and accommodation for guests.

The structure received the Aga Khan Award for Architecture in 1998 for integrating modern technology with traditional forms in desert landscape.

Inception: 1985

GPS coordinates: 24.68850,46.61950

Latest update: August 30, 2025 13:29

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