After reaching the 50-goal mark in the 2023 calendar year with a strike against Al Shabab, Cristiano Ronaldo treated himself and his family to a day trip to the ancient city of Al Ula in Saudi Arabia .
The Portuguese striker shared a few photos of the trip on Instagram with the caption: ” Awed by the extraordinary natural and human heritage of Al Ula in Saudi Arabia “.
Cristiano Ronaldo is currently leading the Saudi Pro League Golden Boot race with 16 goals in 15 matches. Overall, the former Real Madrid star has scored 20 goals this season and had 10 assists.
Before Ronaldo, American movie actor Sharon Stone also made a trip to Al Ula. The actress in the movie “Basic Instinct” stopped by Madrasat Addeera – a center specializing in traditional Saudi crafts – to learn more about the cultural and creative life of Al Ula.
She shared: “What makes Al Ula so attractive is that the people of Saudi Arabia use natural materials such as marble and leather, skillfully crafting them into modern, sophisticated designs. Overall Al Ula is a modern city with ancient roots .
Located in the northwest region of Saudi Arabia, Al Ula is one of the most fascinating monuments of ancient Arabia. The small oasis town, about 380 kilometers north of Medina, was discovered in the 6th century BC.
