Saudi Arabia, the mysterious kingdom


By LEESAN

Riyadh at night is just as beautiful as in the day time.

Many would probably know of the super wealthy King Salman Abdulaziz of Saudi Arabia and his fondness for all things grand. When he travels, he reportedly brings along some 1,500 people – of which 150 are said to be chefs – along with him on a chartered flight.

There are also two golden toilets on the plane...

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