16 Saudi Arabia Megaprojects Transforming the Kingdom. Saudi Arabia is undergoing a remarkable transformation, driven by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Vision 2030. Here are 16 megaprojects that are reshaping the country:
16 Saudi Arabia Megaprojects Transforming the Kingdom
1. Al Widyan
Location: North of Riyadh
Highlights: This city within a city covers 7 million square meters, featuring 12 districts with entertainment, education, and leisure facilities, plus 20,000 new homes.
2. Amaala
Location: Between Neom and The Red Sea
Highlights: A wellness destination with a marine life institute, yacht club, 3,000 hotel rooms, and state-of-the-art recreational facilities.
3. Aseer Development Project
Location: Aseer region
Highlights: Enhancing tourism with historical sites and summer festivals, aiming to attract local and international visitors.
4. Diriyah Gate
Location: 14 minutes north of Riyadh
Highlights: A historical and cultural hub, featuring Al Turaif, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, shops, restaurants, and hotels.
5. Jeddah Central Project
Location: Jeddah
Highlights: $20 billion project with an opera house, sports stadium, museum, oceanarium, hotels, and beach resorts.
6. Jabal Omar
Location: Mecca
Highlights: Hotels and residential buildings increasing capacity during Hajj, featuring luxury hotels by Archipelago International.
7. Jeddah Economic City
Location: Between Mecca and Madinah
Highlights: Home to the world’s tallest building, Jeddah Tower, with apartments, shopping malls, and gourmet restaurants.
8. Jeddah Metro
Location: Jeddah
Highlights: A $60 billion project linking key areas with three lines under development, designed by Foster + Partners.
9. Jeddah Waterfront Project
Location: Jeddah
Highlights: Reconnecting Al Balad with the Red Sea, featuring a marina, green spaces, pedestrian overpasses, and public utilities.
10. King Abdullah Financial District
Location: Riyadh
Highlights: A mixed-use development with homes, offices, and entertainment, designed by Omrania and Foster + Partners.
11. King Salman Park
Location: Riyadh
Highlights: Four times the size of Central Park, featuring vertical gardens, outdoor art, theatres, cinemas, and sports facilities.
12. Konoz Box of Treasures
Location: Riyadh
Highlights: An entertainment complex with a 250-room hotel, retail outlets, and modern commercial office spaces.
13. Marafy
Location: Jeddah
Highlights: A waterfront destination with an 11-km-long canal, historical designs, and advanced transport systems.
14. Neom
Location: North of the Red Sea coastline
Highlights: Futuristic city with flying taxis, glow-in-the-dark beaches, and projects like Oxagon and The Line.
15. New Murabba Development Company
Location: Riyadh
Highlights: Doubling the size and population of Riyadh, with museums, cultural venues, and immersive theatres.
16. Qiddiya
Location: Southwest of Saudi Arabia
Highlights: An entertainment destination with theme parks, sports facilities, and cultural activities, including Six Flags Qiddiya.
These ambitious projects are not only set to transform the physical landscape of Saudi Arabia but also enhance its cultural, economic, and social spheres, positioning the Kingdom as a global hub for tourism, business, and innovation.
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