Saudi Arabia has announced the launch of a new waterfront project as part of the larger Jeddah Historical Rejuvenation development. To be implemented in three phases, it is aimed at turning the Al Balad area into a world-class tourist and cultural hub.
JEDDAH: Makkah Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal on Sunday inspected ongoing projects in the city of Jeddah, with a total cost of SR2.5 billion ($666 million).
Accompanied by Jeddah Gov. Prince Mishaal bin Majed, the prince was briefed by the projects’ supervisors on progress, completion rates and dates of the projects.
The inspection tour started at the Jeddah Dome project, the largest spherical dome in the world, occupying 308,000 square meters.
The dome will host all local and international exhibitions, conferences, and events. The hall spans 34,618 square meters and its height is 46 meters. The project’s parking area can accommodate 5,200 vehicles.
His tour also included a visit to the Prince Majed Park development project, which occupies 120,000 square meters and is 82 percent complete. The park includes a 900-square-meter walkway and a children’s play area exceeding 9,000 square meters.