The Tourism Establishments Survey is an annual economic survey that provides data on establishments and services related to tourism activities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It aims to develop indicators that help track the growth rates of each tourism activity and provide data for calculating the tourism sector's contribution to the gross domestic product (GDP). The survey is conducted by the General Authority for Statistics and covers a representative sample of tourism establishments a...
2017 Diriyah Gate Development Authority was established by a Royal Order to plan and develop Diriyah into an exceptional tourist destination. This province is one of the prominent archeological sites in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , featuring details that embody over three hundred years of the Kingdom's history. The Diriyah Gate project covers seven km 2 , while Diriyah Gate Development Authority oversees an area of 190 km 2 . 2018 The Diriyah Gate project has undergone extensive plannin...
Al-Ula Development Project aims to transform al-Ula Governorate in al-Madinah al-Munawwarah into an international and cultural tourist destination, in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 . This transformation will be achieved by preserving its heritage and nature in cooperation with the local community. The project encompasses three programs, namely: Archaeological Survey Program in al-Ula Governorate: Al-Ula Archaeological and Heritage Survey Program aims to bring together internatio...
It is Ain Najm, one of the sulfur springs known for its clear, hot water. The spring is located west of al-Mubarraz in al-Ahsa Governorate in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It is an ancient historical spring of medium size, considered the first tourist site in the Kingdom dedicated to wellness and healing from illnesses. The development of Ain Najm dates back to 1742, representing a model of natural steam baths. It served as one of the stops for pilgrim caravans departing...
Tourism in Jazan Province relies on several natural, historical, and heritage elements of the area located southwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , in addition to the service infrastructure. Its geographical, environmental, and climatic diversity, including mountains, plains, valleys, and beaches, contributes to attracting tourists throughout the year. Jazan Province has a coastline extending from al-Shaqiq Center in the north to al-Muwassam Center, bordering the Republic of Yemen in the sout...
Tourism in Makkah al-Mukarramah Province holds special importance as it is the home to the Grand Mosque and the holy sites visited by millions of Muslims every year. The province is distinguished by several natural, cultural, historical, and heritage elements, and service infrastructure. Makkah al-Mukarramah Province is located in the west of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , at the intersection of latitudes 21°25′ N and longitudes 39°49′ E. Makkah al-Mukarramah City is the administrative hea...
Tourism in Abha relies on several natural, cultural, historical, and heritage elements. It is one of the active tourist cities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . Abha won the title of Arab Tourism Capital in 2017, because of its diverse environment and moderate climate, due to its location atop the Sarawat Mountains at an elevation of about 2,200 m above sea level. Location and importance of Abha City Abha City is located in Aseer Province in the southwest of the Kingdom. Aseer Province is charac...
Khobar Corniche is one of the tourist landmarks in Khobar City in the Eastern Province . Its total area is about 1.3 million m², divided into two parts: northern and southern, and its site includes some service and entertainment facilities. Area of Khobar Corniche Khobar Corniche extends over a distance of about twelve km. It features green spaces, children's playgrounds, several entertainment centers, service facilities, and designated parking areas. The corniche consists of two parts, n...
Tourism in Riyadh Province comprises several natural, civilizational, historical, and heritage components in addition to the service infrastructure of Riyadh Province . The province is considered a tourist destination visited by tourists. In fact, it is home to the political, economic, and urban hub of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , which is its capital, Riyadh . Riyadh Province, where the city stands today, has witnessed human settlements since around a quarter of a million years ago. Further e...
The Tourism Destination Challenge is a program launched by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 's Ministry of Tourism in December 2022. It aims to encourage innovative entrepreneurs in the Saudi tourism sector to develop solutions to address challenges faced by tourist destinations. Objectives and targeted provinces of the Tourism Destination Challenge The Tourism Destination Challenge is designed to present innovative solutions to address the challenges faced by three targeted tourist destination...
The Sustainable Tourism Global Center (STGC) is an initiative by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to establish a coalition of multiple countries and parties that aims to accelerate the tourism sector's journey to net-zero emissions harmful to the environment and encourage international participation in environmental preservation. It was announced by Crown Prince and Prime Minister, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz, on October 23, 2021, during the Saudi Green Initiativ...
The SAC 'Flyin' flights are one of the events organized by the Saudi Aviation Club (SAC) . They include group flights with the participation of several club members and light sport aircraft owners, traveling to various regions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . They aim to promote aviation activity, represent the aviation sector, and explain its standards. The concept was initiated in 2017, and its first flight was within al-Ula , followed by al-Wajh . Objectives of SAC Flyin Through it...