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In recent years, Saudi Arabia has seen vast and impressive change, powered by its revolutionary Vision 2030. Core to this Vision is the diversification of the Kingdom’s economy, improving quality of life, creating opportunities and crucially opening Saudi Arabia to the world. Progress towards these goals is being spurred onwards by the various developments taking place across Saudi Arabia and foremost among these is Diriyah.Diriyah is a vital part of Saudi Arabia’s history, it is the location where the First Saudi State was established in 1727, making the areas the foundation of the Kingdom itself. At its center is At-Turaif, the UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most important examples of traditional Najdi design.
Opening Saudi to the world
Diriyah’s support of Vision 2030’s aim to open Saudi Arabia to the world extends beyond its heritage and culture. The Kingdom’s ultimate goal is to attract 150 million visitors by 2030 to progress Saudi Arabia’s economic diversification away from oil. To support these bold goals the development is constructing more than 35 iconic hotels, and more than 26 cultural academies and institutions across the masterplan.
