Saudi Arabia's Tourism Bet Faces Unexpected Christian Challenge.

Saudi Arabia's decision to open its borders to leisure tourists in 2019 has led to an unexpected influx of Christian tourists, including Baptists and Mennonites, who are drawn to the country's biblical sites. While mainstream biblical scholars dispute the idea that Saudi Arabia is the site of Mount Sinai, many Christian tourists are eager to find evidence that supports their beliefs. The country's religious dogmatism has eased in recent years, with tourism seen as a way to showcase Saudi culture and redefine the narrative about the country.