Time Zone |
Asia/Riyadh |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Africa/Khartoum |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Riyadh is the capital city of Saudi Arabia and the centerpiece of the country's central and eastern regions, situated in an oasis in the Arabian Desert. As the political, economic and cultural center of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh is home to the country's key government agencies, corporate headquarters and international organizations, and is an important hub for the Saudi oil industry. In recent years, Riyadh has accelerated its transformation into a modern and diverse city under the impetus of the "Vision 2030". The city is a blend of traditional Islamic culture and modern urbanism, with historic sites such as the old Mas Masqaq Fortress and the new Kingdom Center skyscraper, as well as excellent transportation networks, educational and healthcare facilities, and a wealth of cultural activities, making it one of the most vibrant metropolises in the Middle East.
The Sudan is a country in north-eastern Africa, with major cities including the capital Khartoum and Port Sudan, whereas "Berber" usually refers to the Berber populated areas of North Africa and is not directly related to the Sudan. This may be a confusion of names, as there is no city of the same name in the Sudan. If the name refers to the Berber areas of the Sudan, they are mostly located in the northern desert between the Nile River and the Nile, and are predominantly nomadic and semi-nomadic, retaining a traditional tribal culture. It is recommended that the names of specific places be verified in order to avoid confusion with the Berber regions of Algeria, Morocco and other countries in North Africa. The Sudan, with its arid climate and the Nile River running north to south, is the heart of its economy and civilization.