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Dhahran


Dhahran is in Eastern Saudi Arabia.

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Dhahran completes the triangle of the Dammam Area, and is accesible from both Dammam and nearby Khobar by 6-8 lane expressways. Journey time being 15 and 7 min respectively. Dhahran airport(DHA) was attached to the town, but now the new complex is about 65 km away, Dammam King Fahd Int'l Airport (DMM). Regular buses don't operate in the inner areas of Dhaharan, but are over linked by Aramco. This bus service is for Aramco employees and dependendets only. Dammam railway station is 18 km away. Dhahran itself lies on the Dhahran-Hofuf highway.

Work
  • Aramco, . A Saudi oil drilling and refining company.
  • King Fahd Military Airport.


  • Learn
  • King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, . Known as KFUPM, or more commonly, UPM.


  • Eat


    There are many options and cusinse around, most popularly Lebanese, Fast food, Sea-food, Indian, etc...

    Cope
  • US Consolate Saturday - Wednesday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. In an emergency, call 03-330 3200 ext. 3003.


  • Get out
  • Ad Dammam.
  • Khobar. Only 7 minutes by car, this is a common shopping stop for residents of the Aramco and KFUPM campuses.




  • Dhahran (Arabic الظهران aẓ-Ẓahrān) is located in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, and is a major administrative center for the Saudi oil industry. Large oil reserves were first identified in the Dhahran area in 1931, and in 1935 Standard Oil of California (now Chevron Corporation) drilled the first commercially viable oil well. Standard Oil later established a subsidiary in Saudi Arabia called the Arabian American Oil Company (ARAMCO), (now fully owned by the Saudi government) as Saudi Aramco .

    Geography, Geology and Climate


    Dhahran is a short distance west of downtown Khobar. It is about 15 km south of Dammam, both are older Saudi port cities on the Persian Gulf. Looking farther afield, Dhahran is northeast of Abqaiq, and southeast of Qatif (a traditional Shi'ite oasis town) and, further north, Ras Tanura, a major oil port. The island nation of Bahrain is also within easy driving distance to the east (about 20 miles), across the King Fahd Causeway, from Khobar.

    The patch of desert on which the city is built is hilly/rocky, and most of the earliest productive oil wells in the Saudi Arabia were drilled in the area, such as Dammam Well #7: "Prosperity Well," the first commercially viable oil well in Saudi Arabia in the 1930s.This well is still in production 70 years later. This later led to the selection of two barren nearby hills as the place for Aramco to construct its headquarters.

    The Dhahran-Dammam area is one of two regions, the other being Jeddah, that were selected as potential sites to build the first Saudi nuclear reactor.

    Dhahran’s climate is characterized by extremely hot, humid summers, and cool winters. Temperatures can rise to more than 50°C in the summer, coupled with extreme humidity (85%-100%), given the city’s proximity to the Persian Gulf. In winter, the temperature rarely falls below 2° or 3°C, with rain falling mostly between the months of November and May. The Shamal Winds usually blow across...



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    Hotels in Dhahran
    Coral International Hotel Khobar Score 0 from 0 reviews
    King Abdullah Street 0/10
    Coral International Hotel - Al Khobar is a majestic 5-star located in the heart of the city. A popular haven for discerning travelers, it is unlike any other hotel in Al Khobar and well-equipped to meet the needs of its diverse clientele. The spectacular lobby with its towering pillars sets the tone for the rest of the hotel. A refined taste of luxury and exclusivity runs through all its rooms and suites. Impeccable service, world-class amenities and brilliant location make it one of the most sought-after hotels in town. From being a small port city, Al Khobar has developed into a major commercial hub. Coral International Hotel - Al Khobar is ideally located to suit the needs of both business and leisure travelers. Unique and vibrant atmosphere, superior customer service and top-notch facilities make it the perfect choice for all. ... more
     
    Golden Tulip Al Hamra Score 7.375 from 8 reviews
    King Khaled Street 7.38/10
    The hotel’s conference facilities can accommodate up to 200 delegates and is fully-equipped with latest audio-visual facilities and high-speed internet connection. These, along with a host of relaxation and recreation facilities, are the reasons why Golden Tulip Al Hamra is recognised as one of the leading hotels in Dammam. ... more
     
    Mövenpick Hotel Al Khobar Score 9 from 1 reviews
    Prince Turki St. 9/10
    For a successful seminar, conference or banquet, you need the right partner at your side, an excellent infrastructure and the attention to detail that can make your event a special one. We have nine rooms and halls with a capacity for up to 1,200 guests. ... more
     
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