Abu Bukker Al Korkhy

Abu Bukker Al Korkhy is a city block in Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia. Abu Bukker Al Korkhy is situated nearby to the sports venue Prince Salman Science Oasis, as well as near the government office Embassy of Uruguay.

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Al Yamamah Palace.

Al Yamamah Palace

Building

Photo: Österreichische Außenministerium, CC BY 2.0.

Al Yamamah Palace is the official workplace and residence of the King of Saudi Arabia and the seat of the royal court since 1988. Named after the historic al-Yamama region, the palace is located in the al-Hada district of northwestern Riyadh and was built in 1988 during the reign of King Fahd bin Abdulaziz. Al Yamamah Palace is situated 1½ km southeast of Abu Bukker Al Korkhy.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Diplomatic Quarter and Umm Sulaim.

Diplomatic Quarter

Neighborhood

The Diplomatic Quarter, also known by its Arabic name as-Safarat, is a diplomatic enclave and an affluent residential district in northwestern Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, situated near Irqah.

Umm Sulaim

Suburb

Umm Sulaim is a historic neighbourhood in southern Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, located south of al-Wisham and west of ad-Dirah in the sub-municipality of al-Shumaisi. Umm Sulaim is situated 8 km southeast of Abu Bukker Al Korkhy.