Jeddah, April 28, 2025 (30 Shawwal 1446H):

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has announced the launch of an innovative smart application dedicated to Historic Jeddah, a milestone step to advance digital transformation and offer visitors to the heritage area a modern, interactive experience. The app is part of the "Revival of Historic Jeddah" project, carried out under the patronage of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman.

A complete digital experience for visitors

The app lets users design their own routes to explore Historic Jeddah, receive instant notifications about ongoing events and activities, and access documented historical content detailing the area's landmarks and cultural value.

Linking past and present

The app serves as a modern bridge connecting Historic Jeddah's rich cultural heritage with contemporary technology, aiming to raise visitors' awareness of the Kingdom's rich history, position Historic Jeddah as a global cultural and tourism destination, and support Saudi Vision 2030's targets for digital transformation and national heritage preservation.

Cultural sustainability and economic development

The app's launch is part of the Ministry of Culture's strategic projects aimed at preserving Historic Jeddah's architectural heritage, developing a sustainable cultural environment that supports tourism and cultural growth, strengthening Saudi Arabia's presence on the global cultural stage, and supporting economic development by opening new horizons in the tourism and creative sectors.

The project is considered an extension of an ambitious vision to transform Historic Jeddah into an urban hub that pulses with history and culture while keeping pace with the demands of the modern era.