Source Credt: Arab News
Riyadh: The Mohammed bin Salman Project for the Development of Historical Mosques has entered its second phase, focusing on restoring mosques across Saudi Arabia, including the Faydat Athqab Mosque in Hail, originally built in 1946.
The initiative aims to revive the religious, cultural, and social significance of historic mosques while preserving their Islamic heritage. Sustainable, eco-friendly renovations will highlight their architectural beauty by incorporating natural elements.
The Faydat Athqab Mosque’s renovation will use traditional mud-building techniques and natural materials to maintain Hail’s distinctive architectural style, which is adapted to the region’s desert climate. Enhancements include improved northern windows for better air circulation and cooling.
This phase covers the restoration of 30 mosques across all 13 regions of Saudi Arabia, including six in Riyadh, five in Makkah, and four in Madinah. Other locations include Asir, the Eastern Province, Al-Jouf, Jazan, and more.
Executed by Saudi companies specializing in historic restoration, the project balances traditional and modern construction methods to ensure sustainability. The second phase builds on the success of the first, which restored 30 mosques in 10 regions.
