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There a new destination on the world tourism map - Saudi Arabia. The desert kingdom has to its doors to tourists from around the world. It has decided to tourist visas to people from 49 different countries. The visas can applied for online and will just seven minutes to issue. Saudi Arabia's government believes its country has huge potential to develop into a prime tourism destination. It a wealth of natural attractions, deserts, World Heritage sites, beautiful beaches and unique cultures. The government also to make sure it can earn money from other industries besides oil and gas. It tourism will 10 per cent of the country's GDP by 2030.

Tourists will allowed to stay in Saudi Arabia for a maximum of 90 days in one year. They can the Kingdom multiple times in that year. However, non-Muslims will not be allowed to the holy sites of Mecca and Medina. Ahmad al-Khateeb, chairman of the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage, the importance of tourism to Saudi. He : "Opening Saudi Arabia to international tourists a historic moment for our country." He that Saudi a lot to offer: "Businesses from around the world will operations within the Kingdom as its unique attractions, culture and natural beauty more widely appreciated."