Madinah: Madinah continues to accelerate its growth as a premier religious, cultural, and investment destination through a suite of integrated development projects aligned with Saudi Vision 2030, with major initiatives such as Rua Al Madinah and the Islamic World District expanding the city's hospitality capacity and enriching the pilgrimage experience. According to Saudi Press Agency, at the same time, the Madinah Gate project is establishing a state-of-the-art urban center connecting transit networks, while the Knowledge Economic City focuses on attracting advanced investment. To elevate local quality of life and the urban landscape, the central area humanization project is upgrading public squares and pedestrian walkways. The city is also enhancing cultural tourism by rehabilitating the historic Battle of the Trench site, supported by a smart digital guidance system to streamline visitor navigation across Madinah's landmarks.
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