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Saudi Arabia’s historic treasures were long hidden behind a practically insurmountable barrier to international visitors, especially women travelers. But obstacles to accessing the conservative country have eased thanks to a series of reforms.
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Saudi Arabia's Haramain high speed train connects the two Muslim holy cities of Mecca and Medina.
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A photograph shows ancient Nabataean carved tombs at the archaeological site of al-Hijr (Hegra), near the northwestern Saudi city of al-Ula, on February 3, 2023. - Dating back to the first century BC, the archaeological site includes 111 tombs, most of which boast a decorated facade, cave drawings and even some pre-Nabataean inscriptions. (Photo by Thomas SAMSON / AFP) (Photo by THOMAS SAMSON/AFP via Getty Images)
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