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Saudi Culture Minister Launches 2nd Restoration Phase of Riyadh Heritage Buildings

Prince Badr Bin Farhan inspects the project of restoration of urban heritage buildings of architectural and historical significance in Riyadh. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr Bin Farhan launched on Monday the second phase of the project to restore urban heritage buildings of architectural and historical significance in the center of Riyadh.

Prince Badr is also the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Heritage Commission.

The inauguration follows the completion of studies and designs, preparation and management of sites, and temporary strengthening of buildings.

The minister inspected the project which included 15 heritage palaces.

The project aims to preserve urban heritage buildings of architectural and historical significance, highlight the local identity, and transform these buildings into economic, social, cultural, and tourism resources.

The Heritage Commission has included the sites in the National Urban Heritage Register.

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