Interesting Facts You Might Not Know About Saudi Arabia

Contraceptives

Saudi law does not allow men and women to use contraceptives. What makes this rather surprising is the fact that Iran, another Muslim-majority country in the Middle East, actually has a state-supported condom factory.

Contraceptives

Chewing Coffee Beans

Coffee is considered to be a stimulant, so it is forbidden. It is called ‘gahwa’ by the Saudis which means, “that which prevents sleep.” Even with the law in place, a lot of Saudis still drink coffee. Some of them even chew coffee beans when they’re praying.

Chewing Coffee Beans