Yes, there are residents in Historic Diriyah. The decline of construction activities in Diriyah at the beginning of the nineteenth century led to the migration of the residents from most of its parts. However, due to its vicinity to the capital Riyadh, the area witnessed urban expansion.
Turaif District, located in Historic Diriyah, is one of the most notable historical Saudi sites inscribed in 2010 on the World Heritage List of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). It is home to several antiquities and historical properties. The district has preserved its Najdi architectural style central to Diriyah.
Pursuant to administrative regulations, several centers, towns, and a designated municipality are affiliated with Historic Diriyah. The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) oversees its development and the management of its developmental projects. Diriyah adopts, within the scope of its project, the principle of integration with Riyadh City, ultimately becoming one of the capital's global cultural and touristic suburbs.
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