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Coordinates: 24°42′44″N 46°39′25″E / 24.71222°N 46.65694°E / 24.71222; 46.65694
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Al Urubah Park
حديقة العروبة
The designs of the park unveiled in March 2024
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Locationnear King Saud University and Al Safarat (Diplomatic Quarter), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Coordinates24°42′44″N 46°39′25″E / 24.71222°N 46.65694°E / 24.71222; 46.65694
Area75.4 hectares (186 acres)
FounderRoyal Commission for Riyadh City

Al Urubah Park (Arabic: حديقة العروبة, romanizedHadiqa al-Urubah), is a park under construction on top of the abandoned King Khalid’s Palace in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, located adjacent to King Abdullah Mosque.[1] Covering an area of 75.4 hectares (186 acres), The project was announced on March 14, 2024 by Royal Commission for Riyadh City in order to comply with the Quality of life Program and raise the ecology of the city

Location

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The park is in a strategic location near the Takhassusi Hospital & Subway Station, Jewel of Riyadh, Diplomatic Quarter and King Saud University all by one road, The park is also connected to the King Abdullah Grand Mosque and Sofitel Hotel. Making the park close to many educational, diplomatic, religious, health and hospitality services. The Park also has 3 bus stations connecting to all of Riyadh.

Design

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The park’s unique design was adopted from several designs submitted by six international contestants who participated in a competition to present ideas that achieve sustainability and conform to environmental standards. The design features 3 kilometres long and 12 meters high path, providing a panoramic view of the city’s landmarks. The design also utilizes modern technologies in harmony with nature, providing visitors an interactive experience using augmented reality. Over 600,000 trees and shrubs will be planted, covering 65% of the park’s area. In addition, the development of permanent water bodies accommodated in the initial design stages with the Al Laysan Valley pass through the park.

The Pond Bridge in Al Urubah Park

The park also features a 14 km-long walking trail, green terraces, open spaces, and theatres for events and festivals.

References

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  1. ^ "King Abdullah Mosque Guide".

Category:Parks in Saudi Arabia