The circuit for Formula E's Season 5 opening ePrix has been unveiled at an event in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.
The 2.495km Saudi Ad Diriyah circuit will race through the ancient surroundings of Ad Diriyah on the outskirts of Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh.
It features 21 corners and races through the historic town walls before heading back towards the start/finish line in the heart of the district.
As well as unveiling the circuit layout, a new long-term partnership with Saudi Arabian Airlines was announced, which will see the national flag carrier become an official airline partner of the all-electric series, as well as title partner for the Al Diriyah ePrix.
As part of the announcement, former Formula 1 driver and Venturi racer Felipe Massa drove the Gen 2 demo car through the streets of Riyadh and was joined on-stage by Techeetah's Andre Lotterer and Venturi team boss Susie Wolff.
Alejandro Agag, series founder and CEO, said of the announcement: "It’s fantastic news that SAUDIA is joining the ABB FIA Formula E Championship as official airline partner – ahead of the first race in Saudi Arabia and the debut of fully-electric racing in the Middle East.
"The partnership continues to show the appeal of Formula E on a global scale and I’m proud to welcome SAUDIA to the Formula E family as the excitement continues to build for the opening round of season five on December 15.
"When you consider Saudi Arabia is opening-up to international sports fans for the first time – and we have a new partner who can connect those fans to our series – it really is a strong addition to the championship."
The season begins on December 15 with the debut of the all-new Gen 2 car, which is capable of completing an entire race distance on a single charge.
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