Women have separate working places. Dress Most people in rural and urban areas wear traditional Arab clothes. Men wear long cotton garments called a thobe, it also may be covered by a robe, jacket, or cloak. A head covering called a gutra is made out of a cloth and a rope to hold it in place, it is used to keep the sun and wind out of their faces. Most women outside wear a veil to hide their faces.
Women also wear a floor length robe called an abaaya.
Recreation Top of page Men's recreation Soccer is a national sport. Men only are allowed to play or watch at a stadium. Sporting clubs exist throughout country. Saudi men also enjoy horse and camel races. No betting allowed in races but winner receives a prize.