As part of Diriyah Season 2025, the "850 AH" interactive experience continues to draw visitors on an astonishing journey back in time, allowing them to learn about the founding of Diriyah in 850 AH (1446-47 CE) at the hands of Prince Mani Al-Muraidi, and to explore heroic chapters from the Kingdom's history through an interactive, innovative format built around puzzle-solving and story discovery.

A journey through a time machine

The new chapter of the "850 AH" experience launched on January 17, 2025, giving visitors the chance to live the "Raddad Ardhah" experience, which spotlights the life of Imam Turki bin Abdullah, founder of the second Saudi state. Visitors can use a time machine to explore historical events and milestones through engaging puzzles that deepen their knowledge of Saudi heritage and Diriyah's history.

The "Al-Manqiya" experience and its knights

The experience offers a dedicated program introducing visitors to the first military unit of the first Saudi state, the Al-Manqiya troop, spotlighting the number of its knights and their capabilities. Visitors can also take part in physical activities and challenges inspired by the skills of the knights, adding a hands-on dimension to learning about history.

Part of Diriyah Season's highlights

The "850 AH" experience is one of the standout attractions of Diriyah Season, offering visitors the chance to explore Saudi heritage amid a winter atmosphere surrounded by Diriyah's stunning natural beauty and authentic heritage. Diriyah Season combines cultural activities with Najdi hospitality, alongside a variety of global flavors within a unique historical setting.