7. No Skirts in the Suitcase
When a woman in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia turns 45, something “special” happens—she’s finally allowed to travel alone. Women under this age have to travel with the physical or electronic signed permission of a male guardian, or travel with their father or husband. The reason behind it? Wouldn’t want them becoming immoral because they get to see the Eiffel Tower or something…
8. Religious Diversity Is Not Respected Here
Whereas many countries in the Western world have made all religions feel inclusive, this is not the case in KSA, and traditionalist have no problem shouting this from the rooftops. If you’re non-Muslim, don’t expect to worship in public, and while you’re at it, don’t try to find a house of worship that’s non-Muslim either, as there are none. One more thing, citizens thinking of hanging up the Islam coat do so at great peril, as they can face the death penalty.
