Heritage & Culture​

On the Path of AlUla’s Ancient Narratives: Harnessing Creativity for Sustainable Development

The (RCU) and UNESCO’s heritage and culture initiatives aim to preserve and safeguard all forms of heritage through in-depth engagements in UNESCO’s Memory of the World programme and an array of integrated cultural heritage management initiatives. Bringing together heritage bearers and international experts, this collaboration offers a nuanced perspective on AlUla’s rich heritage and creates pertinent opportunities for fostering sustainable tourism, knowledge transfer, and the creative arts. 

The partnership’s various heritage and culture initiatives lend special attention to empowering youth and promoting inclusion and gender equality. These efforts drive the development of new policies and international discussions on the management of world heritage sites and the development of local creative economies. 

Old Town AlUla

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Discover more about the ongoing actions of UNESCO and the Royal Commission for AlUla