Prince Khalid al-Faisal Chair for the Development of Makkah and the Holy Sites

The Prince Khalid al-Faisal Chair for the Development of Makkah and the Holy Sites is a research chair affiliated with Umm al-Qura University in Makkah al-Mukarramah, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Established in 2012 with funding from the Saudi Binladin Group, the chair aims to support the elevation of Makkah al-Mukarramah to the ranks of world-class cities.

The chair seeks to achieve its vision of leading scientific advancements in the development of Makkah al-Mukarramah and the Holy Sites and to fulfill its mission by supporting the elevation of Makkah al-Mukarramah to the ranks of world-class cities. This is accomplished through the implementation of scientific and research activities that contribute to comprehensive and sustainable development, aligning with global urban development trends.

The chair aims to analyze and compare successful local, regional, and global experiences through scientific research, establish a scientific and research-based foundation for urban development practices, attract international scientists and specialists in the field, raise public awareness within the local community regarding the nature of challenges and solutions, and transfer university-based scientific and research expertise to the community and relevant entities.