MAKKAH: The Al-Fath mosque in Al-Jumum governorate is set to be restored in the second phase of the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project for the Development of Historic Mosques.
The work will see the site, believed to have been prayed in by the Prophet Mohammed, expand from 455.77 sq. meters to 553.50 sq. meters, increasing its capacity from 218 to 333 worshippers.
The restoration will use natural materials such as brick, basalt stone, gypsum and wood, maintaining the Western region architectural style. Traditional elements like mashrabiyas and rawasheen, which are intricate wooden balcony screens, will also be preserved.
The project aims to balance historical authenticity with modern sustainability, ensuring the mosque’s long-term preservation. It will be overseen by Saudi companies specializing in heritage restoration.
Al-Fath is one of 30 mosques being restored in the second phase of the project, which spans all 13 regions of the Kingdom.
The first phase rehabilitated 30 mosques across 10 regions, aligning with Vision 2030’s commitment to preserving Saudi Arabia’s cultural heritage and enhancing the historical and religious significance of its mosques.
