Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project Restores Faydat Athqab Mosque in Hail
Continuing its mission to preserve historic mosques and revitalize their religious, cultural, and social significance, the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project for the Development of Historic Mosques has included the 1365 AH Faydat Athqab Mosque in Hail Region in its second phase, aiming to safeguard Islamic heritage and highlight traditional architectural styles using sustainable, natural elements.
The renovation of the Faydat Athqab Mosque (https://goo.gl/maps/hTPgGcCK9unGz2yr5) will adhere to the traditional architectural style of Hail Region, using clay construction techniques and natural materials. This distinctive style, adapted to the local environment and hot desert climate, represents a unique aspect of regional architecture.
The project will meticulously preserve the mosque's historical features, including its original spatial layout and the design of its northern windows, which are strategically designed to capture and retain cool air.
The Faydat Athqab Mosque is one of 30 mosques across all 13 regions of the Kingdom in the project's second phase, including six mosques in Riyadh, five in Makkah, four in Madinah, three in Aseer, two each in the Eastern Region, Al-Jouf, and Jazan, and one each in the Northern Borders, Tabuk, Al-Baha, Najran, Hail, and Al-Qassim.
The second phase follows the successful completion of the first, which restored 30 historic mosques across 10 regions.
The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project balances traditional and modern construction standards, ensuring the sustainability of mosque components while preserving heritage and historical characteristics. Saudi companies specializing in heritage restoration are carrying out the development.
The project's four strategic objectives include restoring historic mosques for worship, preserving their architectural authenticity, highlighting the Kingdom's cultural heritage, and enhancing their religious and cultural significance. It also aligns with Vision 2030 by preserving architectural heritage and integrating it into modern mosque designs.
