Suwaidi park in Riyadh is an astonishing wonderland of groomed gardens, recreational areas for children and picnic areas for families and friends. The park has a unique and rare architectural structure and style which is ‘abstract' with elegant tents that provide a relaxed environment for the entire family and for small groups of friends that come to enjoy spending time together. Visitors to Suwaidi park also get to see and experience meandering paths, low bridges and lawns that lead to areas which are designated for a broad range of leisure activities. The gardens throughout the park are stunning and beautifully kept with groupings here and there of tall and symbolic palm trees that not only provide beauty, but cool shade as well during those hot summer months. The lawns, palms and plants invite the visitor to sit, to relax and to enjoy the surroundings with family and with friends. Picnic areas on the lawns of the park, together with special seating arrangements invite families to enjoy their picnic under the numerous trees or in the open areas that supply excellent room and space for large families as well as for the scattered small or large groups of friends. Cleverly and carefully camouflaged food stands blend in with the surroundings offering fast food specialties. Much attention has also been paid to practicality. Areas in the park are conveniently marked and numbered for easy access for the visitor to go from one area to the next. The visual effect of the tents makes a clear statement that this unique park is traditional and reflects the country's rich culture and heritage. Another very special place for outdoor enjoyment is the Rawabi Fayfa Company which is a private venture and is authorized by the Ministry of Agriculture in Riyadh. Children get the special opportunity to visit an indoor zoo that includes exotic animals including many Arabian Oryxs from a sanctuary built for them in Taif. The Arabian wolf, fox and cats as well as the Arabian leopard can also be seen. Rawabi Fayfa Company has been thrilling Saudi residents and others for a number of decades and is located just north of city center.
