development of the Two Holy Mosques
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The development of the Two Holy Mosques refers to the comprehensive, state-led modernization and expansion initiatives undertaken to enhance the capacity, infrastructure, and services of Al-Masjid al-Haram in Mecca and Al-Masjid an-Nabawi in Medina for pilgrims and worshippers.
Statements (47)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
infrastructure development program
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religious site expansion initiative ⓘ |
| aimsTo |
accommodate millions of worshippers simultaneously
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improve worshippers’ comfort ⓘ preserve religious and historical character while modernizing facilities ⓘ |
| appliesTo |
Al-Masjid al-Haram
NERFINISHED
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Al-Masjid an-Nabawi NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| associatedWith |
Hajj
NERFINISHED
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Umrah NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| country | Saudi Arabia ⓘ |
| fundedBy | Saudi state budget ⓘ |
| governedBy | Saudi royal decrees NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| includes |
construction of multi-level prayer halls
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construction of new buildings and extensions ⓘ construction of new minarets and domes ⓘ construction of pedestrian bridges and tunnels ⓘ construction of service tunnels and utility networks ⓘ development of health and emergency facilities ⓘ development of security and surveillance systems ⓘ development of sound and broadcasting systems ⓘ development of surrounding hotels and accommodation infrastructure ⓘ development of surrounding urban areas ⓘ expansion of entrances and gates ⓘ expansion of mataf area around the Kaaba ⓘ expansion of prayer areas ⓘ expansion of public squares and gathering areas ⓘ expansion of the Prophet’s Mosque courtyards ⓘ implementation of electronic guidance and information systems ⓘ implementation of smart mosque technologies ⓘ improvement of accessibility for people with disabilities ⓘ installation of advanced crowd-control systems ⓘ installation of air-conditioning systems ⓘ installation of large movable umbrellas in Medina courtyards ⓘ modernization of transportation links ⓘ upgrading of sanitation and water systems ⓘ |
| ledBy |
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques
NERFINISHED
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Government of Saudi Arabia NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| location |
Mecca
NERFINISHED
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Medina NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| purpose |
enhance safety and crowd management
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facilitate Hajj and Umrah rituals ⓘ improve infrastructure and services ⓘ increase capacity for pilgrims ⓘ |
| religion | Islam ⓘ |
| supervisedBy | General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| timePeriod |
20th century
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21st century ⓘ |
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