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Ithra Library

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

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Ithra Library

A public library inside the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture in Dhahran, housed in a modern building. It has several floors of books in Arabic and English, a children's library, and quiet reading and study areas.

Highlights

  • Children's library floor
  • Quiet reading and study areas
  • Ground floor café

Good to know

  • Free entry, borrowing needs annual membership
  • Books lent to members only
  • Wi-Fi sign-in by email and OTP

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