Al-Ula Development Timeline

Listing Hegra City as the first Saudi site in the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO.)

The establishment of the Royal Commission for al-Ula with the aim of developing the region, to reflect its historical status, as well as the archaeological sites and human heritage it contains.

French cooperation with the Royal Commission for al-Ula to develop, protect, and promote its heritage.

The launch of the archaeological survey program as one of the initial stages of developing al-Ula by conducting studies and developing the region to become a tourist heritage destination.

The launch of the Vision of AlUla by the Royal Commission for al-Ula to develop the region as a destination for world heritage. The vision focuses on preserving nature and heritage in partnership with the community.

The announcement to establish Sharaan Nature Reserve, which aims to rehabilitate the environment in order to include authentic species, and develop the area's vegetation cover, in addition to the establishment of the Global Fund for the Arabian Leopard.

The launch of the Al-Ula Design Studio, which provides consultations related to the design of buildings, in addition to architectural models and designs for those wishing to build commercial or residential properties that are in line with traditional Arab architectural styles. The studio also serves as a basis for the region's urban development.

The start of the excavations in the Kingdom of Dadan in al-Ula Governorate to explore its cultural history.

The launch of the Journey Through Time project, which is a plan to develop five sites in al-Ula by 2030 through a number of projects, extending from the Old Town Oasis in the south to Madain Saleh in the north.

Contract signed by the Royal Commission for al-Ula with SYSTRA Group to design al-Ula train through tracks and stations to connect historical and archaeological sites.

The launch of Valley of the Arts project in 2022, is a step to transform al-Ula Province into a world heritage destination that celebrates art.