Saudi Arabia Crown Prince launches King Salman Gate in Makkah

His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, Prime Minister and Chairman of the RUA AlHaram AlMakki Board of Directors, has announced the launch of King Salman Gate, a mixed-use development in the Holy City of Makkah.

The gate will span up to 12 million sqm across the Gross Floor Area, adjacent to AlMasjid AlHaram, marking it as a major milestone in the development of Makkah and its central area while establishing it as a global benchmark in modern city planning. 

RUA AlHaram AlMakki in a statement announced, King Salman Gate is strategically located next to AlMasjid AlHaram thus enhancing pilgrims’ access to the holy place, aligning with the goals of the Pilgrim Experience Program. 

The development of King Salman Gate will enhance overall experience for pilgrims from all around the world

“The integrated mixed-use destination will prioritize further elevating the levels of currently provided services, while offering residential, hospitality, commercial and cultural experiences with capacity for around 900,000 indoor and outdoor praying spaces.

“With its seamless connection to public transportation networks, King Salman Gate will ensure easy access and comfort, and will pay homage to Makkah’s identity, blending its rich architectural heritage with world-class modern living to create a truly unique experience. 

“It will also restore and develop approximately 19,000 sqm of heritage sites, preserving Makkah’s cultural and historical legacy to enrich every visitor’s journey,” said the company.

By 2036, the company estimated that 300,000 jobs will be generated under the project thus contributing to the economic transformation entailed in Saudi Vision 2030.

Upon its completion, the development of King Salman Gate will benefit not just worshippers but locals, providing 300,000 jobs for its citizens.

Currently, the King Salman Gate is being developed by RUA AlHaram AlMakki Company which is a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company.

It aims to advance urban development around AlMasjid AlHaram in a mission to establish Makkah as a global benchmark for real estate development, supporting the PIF strategy.

The company is committed to sustainable resource management by innovating solutions that positively impact residents, pilgrims and visitors, upholding global best practices in real estate development as well as preserving Makkah’s cultural fabric to ensure exceptional experiences.