New governor of Diriyah reflecting its growing national and international importance
Prince Rakan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz has been appointed Governor of Diriyah under a royal order
issued by Custodian
of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin
Abdulaziz, underscoring the strategic significance of the historic
governorate at a decisive moment in its development.
The appointment was part of a series of royal decrees announced on Thursday, reflecting Diriyah’s growing national and international importance as it undergoes a far-reaching transformation.
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Diriyah occupies a central place in Saudi
history as the birthplace of the Saudi state and a symbol of unity and
heritage. Today, it is being redeveloped into a leading global cultural
destination, reviving its historic status as a center of commerce, scholarship,
and culture.
Prince Rakan’s leadership comes as Diriyah
transitions from the historic capital of the First Saudi State into a
world-class cultural and tourism hub designed to meet the aspirations of the
21st century.
Born in 1997, Prince Rakan is the youngest son
of King Salman. He holds a bachelor’s degree in law from King Saud University
in Riyadh, bringing legal expertise to a role that combines heritage
preservation with modern governance and strategic planning.
Diriyah is currently witnessing unprecedented growth, evolving beyond its image as a heritage site into a vast, integrated development zone with plans to attract up to 100 million visitors annually by 2030.
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Among the flagship initiatives under his leadership is the multibillion-dollar Diriyah Gate project, which includes the historic At-Turaif District, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The broader vision aims to position Diriyah as a global center for arts, culture, and immersive international experiences.
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