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The Heritage Jewel of Saudi Arabia: A Descriptive Analysis of the Heritage Management and Development Activities in the At-Turaif District in Ad-Dir’iyah, a World Heritage Site (WHS)

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  • Mohammed Abdulfattah Bay

    (Department of Heritage Resources Management & Tour Guidance, College of Tourism & Archaeology, King Saud University, Riyadh 12372, Saudi Arabia)

  • Mohammed Mashary Alnaim

    (Department of Architectural Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Hail, Hail 2440, Saudi Arabia)

  • Ghazy Abdullah Albaqawy

    (Department of Architectural Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Hail, Hail 2440, Saudi Arabia)

  • Emad Noaime

    (Department of Architectural Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Hail, Hail 2440, Saudi Arabia)

Abstract

This study explores the change over time in the World Heritage Site (WHS) of Diriyah over three critical periods, focusing on three aspects: physical, social, and economic. Using a mixed-method approach, the site’s heritage management practices and development impact are investigated, and the impact of WHS inscription on the field of heritage in Saudi Arabia is demonstrated. A methodological approach is used in this study, which includes temporal analysis, analysis of historical images and photographs, non-participant observation and semi-structured interviews with key informants, site fieldwork, analysis of archival research, the content of official documents, related media, and promotional materials. The study concludes with a three-aspect matrix demonstrating Historic Diriyah’s various development and change over time. Historic Diriyah is a WHS, and it can still project a successful massive makeover development if a sustainable development approach is used, and visual integrity and site authenticity are preserved. The site of Historic Diriyah and its surroundings were critical in promoting the site as a national identity, an international destination, and presenting a new development agenda for the entire kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It has a significant impact on policymakers who are interested in how heritage sites can be integrated into a larger vision.

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  • Mohammed Abdulfattah Bay & Mohammed Mashary Alnaim & Ghazy Abdullah Albaqawy & Emad Noaime, 2022. "The Heritage Jewel of Saudi Arabia: A Descriptive Analysis of the Heritage Management and Development Activities in the At-Turaif District in Ad-Dir’iyah, a World Heritage Site (WHS)," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 14(17), pages 1-24, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:14:y:2022:i:17:p:10718-:d:900215
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