From Neom to AlUla: Saudi Arabia’s mega projects that will change the world

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is bringing change to the kingdom as part of his Saudi Vision 2030 plan. From Neom “The Line” to AlUla, the list of mega projects keeps growing, National News informed of.

MBS aims to transform the country into a cultural, social and technological hub by diversifying its economy and reducing dependence on hydrocarbons.

Here is a list of mega projects that will change the landscape of Saudi Arabia

neom

Neom, a future $500 billion desert project, is a core part of Saudi Vision 2030.

There are 11 projects under NEOM, including “The Line” city.

Red Sea Project

The Red Sea Project is an eco-friendly resort built in the mountains. It will feature futuristic outdoor water villas with views that rival those of the Maldives. The project includes 90 islands, dormant volcanoes, mountain valleys and ancient archaeological sites.

Al Ula

AlUla is a heritage site that will have more than 7,500 hotel rooms, 5,000 residential units, an employee village with more than 1,000 units, as well as supporting infrastructure.

Jeddah

Diriyah is a $62.2 billion development project that aims to showcase the history of Saudi Arabia. Under this project, MBS plans to restore ancient cultural sites and convert them into tourist attractions.

Sports Boulevard

The world’s largest linear park, Sports Boulevard, is expected to be more than 135 kilometers long.

It will have paths for pedestrians and cyclists, as well as horse riding paths and other sports facilities.