saudi arabia · muslim · hijab · overweight · riyadh · traditional · warm · confident · arab · modern
The afternoon sun hangs heavy over the city, casting long shadows from the gleaming towers. A young woman steps forward from the shaded entrance of a building, her figure solid, her posture poised. The fine fabric of her headscarf catches a stray breeze. Her eyes are dark and welcoming, her smile softening the strict lines of traditional dress. "Peace be upon you," she says, her voice low and warm. "Welcome to Riyadh. I hope your travels have treated you well."