Mecca To Build First Stone Park Using Recycled MaterialsASAPPP

Mecca, a city of rich history and religious significance, has unveiled its plans for building its first stone park. This innovative project promises to offer both locals and travelers a unique experience blending nature and culture.

On Sunday, September 8, the Holy Makkah Municipality announced that they will construct the park on approximately 1,000 square meters. The stone park is just one of the municipality’s various undertakings.

Mecca’s stone park: Low-maintenance, climate-resilient

To build the farm, the Holy Makkah Municipality will utilize recycled materials, particularly leftover stones from other projects in Mecca. The stone park project’s aims are to enhance the appearance of parks and public facilities and to attain environmental sustainability.

In addition, the stone park introduces a one-of-a-kind attraction combining natural beauty and heritage with available resources and sustainable methods. Moreover, it maximizes the effective and environmentally balanced use of natural resources and capabilities.

Apart from leftover stones, the Mecca stone park will also make use of eco-friendly materials. It will also provide seating areas and play areas for children, on top of educational paths.

Keeping sustainability in mind, the stones to be used for the park are durable and are easy to clean and maintain. By doing this, park staff will be able to minimize maintenance activities. The municipality will also employ designs that can adapt to temperature and rainfall changes, and other climate-related difficulties. More importantly, the Holy Makkah Municipality can easily make modifications if they wish.

Great for families and travel enthusiasts

Families will appreciate the Mecca park’s family-friendly amenities, including playgrounds and picnic areas. Children can play and explore safely, while adults can unwind and take in the park’s scenic views. The well-maintained facilities ensure a comfortable visit for everyone.

The Mecca mayoralty has emphasized the park’s role in enhancing the city’s cultural and recreational offerings. This initiative aligns with broader efforts to promote tourism and provide engaging experiences for visitors from around the world. The stone park is set to become a key highlight for anyone traveling to the city.

Travel enthusiasts looking to explore this new attraction can easily include it in their itinerary. This new park offers a delightful blend of art, nature, and culture, promising a unique and enriching experience for all who visit.

About the Holy Makkah Municipality

The Holy Makkah Municipality is the body responsible for providing municipal services to residents, visitors, and its employees. It underscores the kingdom’s Vision 2030 goal of enabling citizens, businesses, and the government to easily and conveniently implement services.

Apart from the municipality’s first stone park, it is also working on the Khalil Square in the new Al-Masyal neighborhood. Khalil Square is a commercial project that will make available an integrated shopping center in Mecca.

Another of the municipality’s key initiatives is the Mecca Automobile City project, an industrial city in the Shaab Amer neighborhood. The initiative covers car showrooms, workshops, shops, maintenance centers, and other motoring-related services.

As the holiest place in Islam, Mecca also draws millions of pilgrims each year for the Umrah and Hajj pilgrimages. Saudi authorities expect to receive 15 million Umrah pilgrims in 2025.

Photo: Saudi Press Agency