Saudi Gazette report

RIYADH — The Heritage Commission announced the registration of 13,040 new urban heritage sites in the National Urban Heritage Register, bringing the total number of registered sites to date to 17,495 sites in various regions of the Kingdom.

The newly registered sites are found in the following regions: 1,950 in Riyadh, 3,273 in Madinah, 1,531 in Al-Baha, 1,525 in Hail, 1,400 in Qassim, 972 in Asir, 762 in the Eastern Province, 571 in Makkah, 363 in Al-Jouf, 351 in Jazan, 200 in Najran, 107 in Tabuk, and 35 in the Northern Borders.

The Heritage Commission continues to identify and register urban heritage sites throughout the Kingdom. This process is guided by the Antiquities, Museums and Urban Heritage Law, which facilitates research and the discovery of heritage sites, employing advanced global technologies and practices to preserve, document, and protect them.

The commission is committed to preserving and managing urban heritage sites with high efficiency, emphasizing their cultural significance, and raising public awareness about their importance. By having them registered, the commission wants to ensure that these sites remain a lasting testament to the Kingdom’s historical narratives for future generations.

The commission is also creating a comprehensive database of heritage sites to ensure their effective management.

Citizens and stakeholders are encouraged to report urban heritage sites and buildings for registration on the Heritage Commission’s official platforms, including its online service portal at https://contactcenter.moc.gov.sa, its official X account, and its regional branches.

The commission underscored the vital role of public awareness and community participation in preserving and enhancing the Kingdom’s heritage.