Islamic World District Project will look to enrich visitors’ experience in Madinah

The “Islamic World Avenue” project provides an attractive cultural environment to serve visitors in Madinah. (SPA)
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Updated 30 October 2023
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Islamic World District Project will look to enrich visitors’ experience in Madinah

  • The project is expected to include 18,000 hotel rooms upon completion, with eco-friendly means of transportation
  • It will be directly connected to the Prophet’s Mosque, the Haramain High Speed Railway, and the international airport 

MADINAH: The Islamic World District Project is one of the major initiatives being implemented in Madinah as part of Knowledge Economic City. 

It will offer high-quality residential and hospitality services to enrich the religious and cultural experiences of visitors, along with Umrah and Hajj pilgrims, during their visit to Madinah.

The project will be directly connected to the Prophet’s Mosque, the Haramain High Speed Railway, and the Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah.




The “Islamic World Avenue” project provides an attractive cultural environment to serve visitors in Madinah. (SPA)

It is being designed on an area of about 900,000 square meters, in the wake of two of the major pillars of Saudi Vision 2030 — the Pilgrim Experience Program and the Quality of Life Program. 

The first aims to facilitate the accommodation of more Hajj and Umrah pilgrims, offering high-quality services while enriching religious and cultural experiences. 

The second bids to provide entertainment for families, with live events, theaters, exhibitions, and festivals.

The project is expected to include 18,000 hotel rooms upon completion, with eco-friendly means of transportation.

It will also boast green spaces, pathways, open squares with high-quality buildings, and eco-friendly educational and health facilities that employ modern technology.

It aims to create jobs for young men and women, while supporting the national economy by encouraging outstanding investment opportunities.

Madinah’s economic and spiritual significance enhances the project’s chances of success. The location was the first capital of Islamic civilization and is a destination for millions of pilgrims and visitors each year.

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Islamic World District Project

A major initiative being implemented in the holy city of Madinah, the Islamic World District Project is envisioned to offer high-quality residential and hospitality services to enrich the religious and cultural experiences of visitors, along with Umrah and Hajj pilgrims, during their visit to Madinah. The project is expected to include 18,000 hotel rooms upon completion, with eco-friendly means of transportation.


Taif festival celebrates Saudi Arabia’s literary icons

Updated 11 January 2026
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Taif festival celebrates Saudi Arabia’s literary icons

  • It introduces visitors to the contributions of literary pioneers through accessible visual and narrative content

TAIF: A special section highlighting key Saudi literary figures forms part of the Writers and Readers Festival in Taif.

The area explores the lives of distinguished writers, poets, and authors who have shaped the Kingdom’s creative landscape, influencing literature, journalism, theater and intellectual thought.

It introduces visitors to the contributions of literary pioneers through accessible visual and narrative content, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.

Organized by the Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission, the festival runs until Jan. 15 and features 42 prominent publishing houses from Saudi Arabia and overseas, offering visitors the chance to explore the latest works in literature, philosophy and general knowledge.

Meanwhile, the festival’s interactive murals section engages visitors with openwork art panels, allowing them to contribute to the city’s features and identity.

The murals depict Taif’s natural and historical landmarks, including Al-Hada Mountain, the Taif rose gardens, and traditional Hijazi palaces. Others are inspired by Souq Okaz, a historic literary and commercial center linked to the region’s poetic heritage.

Designed by a visual artist, they blend folk-inspired elements with imaginative expression, creating a collaborative experience that celebrates the city’s beauty and brings art closer to the public.