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'''Qiddiya''' ({{Lang-ar|القِدِّية|translit=al-qiddiyya / al-giddiyya}}, {{IPA-ar|ə- alɡɪdːijːa|pron}}) is an entertainment megaproject to be established in [[Riyadh]], [[Saudi Arabia]].<ref name="auto1">{{Cite web|url=http://www.arabnews.com/node/1432676/saudi-arabia|title=Construction at Saudi entertainment megaproject Qiddiya to begin this year|date=2019-01-09|website=Arab News|language=en|access-date=2019-03-04}}</ref> Construction started in the beginning of 2019.<ref name="auto1" /> The project is one of the tourism megaprojects to be established in [[Saudi Arabia]] under [[Saudi Vision 2030]], which aims to diversify the income resources of the country and alleviate its [[Oil reserves in Saudi Arabia|reliance on oil]].<ref name="auto">{{Cite web|url=https://www.weetas.com/article/qiddiya-project-red-sea-project-saudi-arabia-tourist-destination/|title=Qiddiya Project, Red Sea Project, can Saudi Arabia turn into a tourist destination?|date=2018-02-05|website=Weetas Real Estate Blog, Market Stats, Real Estate Analysis|language=en-US|access-date=2019-03-04}}</ref> On 26 June 2019, the master plan for Qiddiya was revealed, composed of five primary projects. These projects include resorts, parks, and a city center. Phase one, originally slated to be completed in 2023, will feature [[Six Flags#Upcoming properties|Six Flags Qiddiya]] as a family attraction.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.arabianbusiness.com/travel-hospitality/426581-saudi-arabias-six-flags-qiddiya-to-debut-worlds-longest-tallest-fastest-roller-coaster-in-2023 |title=Saudi Arabia's Six Flags Qiddiya to feature world's fastest roller coaster |website=Arabian Business |date=26 August 2019 }}</ref> Six Flags Qiddya is projected to open in October 2024.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Revell |first=Eric |date=2023-11-19 |title=Record-shattering roller coaster simulates falling from cliff with 155 mph speeds |url=https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/record-shattering-roller-coaster-simulates-falling-from-cliff-with-155-mph-speeds |access-date=2023-12-06 |website=FOXBusiness |language=en-US}}</ref>
'''Qiddiya''' ({{Lang-ar|القِدِّية|translit=al-qiddiyya / al-giddiyya}}, {{IPA-ar|ə- alɡɪdːijːa|pron}}) is an entertainment megaproject to be established in [[Riyadh]], [[Saudi Arabia]].<ref name="auto1">{{Cite web|url=http://www.arabnews.com/node/1432676/saudi-arabia|title=Construction at Saudi entertainment megaproject Qiddiya to begin this year|date=2019-01-09|website=Arab News|language=en|access-date=2019-03-04}}</ref> Construction started in the beginning of 2019.<ref name="auto1" /> The project is one of the tourism megaprojects to be established in [[Saudi Arabia]] under [[Saudi Vision 2030]], which aims to diversify the income resources of the country and alleviate [[Oil reserves in Saudi Arabia|its reliance on oil]].<ref name="auto">{{Cite web|url=https://www.weetas.com/article/qiddiya-project-red-sea-project-saudi-arabia-tourist-destination/|title=Qiddiya Project, Red Sea Project, can Saudi Arabia turn into a tourist destination?|date=2018-02-05|website=Weetas Real Estate Blog, Market Stats, Real Estate Analysis|language=en-US|access-date=2019-03-04}}</ref> On 26 June 2019, the master plan for Qiddiya was revealed, composed of five primary projects. These projects include resorts, parks, and a city center. Phase one, originally slated to be completed in 2023, will feature [[Six Flags#Upcoming properties|Six Flags Qiddiya]] as a family attraction.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.arabianbusiness.com/travel-hospitality/426581-saudi-arabias-six-flags-qiddiya-to-debut-worlds-longest-tallest-fastest-roller-coaster-in-2023 |title=Saudi Arabia's Six Flags Qiddiya to feature world's fastest roller coaster |website=Arabian Business |date=26 August 2019 }}</ref> Six Flags Qiddya is projected to open in October 2024.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Revell |first=Eric |date=2023-11-19 |title=Record-shattering roller coaster simulates falling from cliff with 155 mph speeds |url=https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/record-shattering-roller-coaster-simulates-falling-from-cliff-with-155-mph-speeds |access-date=2023-12-06 |website=FOXBusiness |language=en-US}}</ref>


The master plan is to create a project with a variety of activities. Such designed experiences are planned to be provided in a way that takes in consideration the cultural, natural and professional aspects. Thus, the natural pattern of the site has been taken into consideration. By doing so, the proposed design will take visitors through a green belt network.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.arabnews.com/node/1516691/saudi-arabia|title=Saudi Arabia's mega entertainment project Qiddiya reveals master plan|date=2019-06-26|website=Arab News|language=en|access-date=2019-07-01}}</ref>
The master plan is to create a project with a variety of activities. Such designed experiences are planned to be provided in a way that takes in consideration the cultural, natural and professional aspects. Thus, the natural pattern of the site has been taken into consideration. By doing so, the proposed design will take visitors through a green belt network.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.arabnews.com/node/1516691/saudi-arabia|title=Saudi Arabia's mega entertainment project Qiddiya reveals master plan|date=2019-06-26|website=Arab News|language=en|access-date=2019-07-01}}</ref>

Revision as of 23:28, 27 December 2023

Qiddiya
File:Qiddiya logo.png
ProductsEntertainment, tourism, smart city
LocationRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
OwnerPublic Investment Fund
Established28 April 2018; 6 years ago (2018-04-28)
Websitewww.qiddiya.com

Qiddiya (Arabic: القِدِّية, romanized: al-qiddiyya / al-giddiyya, pronounced [ə- alɡɪdːijːa]) is an entertainment megaproject to be established in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.[1] Construction started in the beginning of 2019.[1] The project is one of the tourism megaprojects to be established in Saudi Arabia under Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to diversify the income resources of the country and alleviate its reliance on oil.[2] On 26 June 2019, the master plan for Qiddiya was revealed, composed of five primary projects. These projects include resorts, parks, and a city center. Phase one, originally slated to be completed in 2023, will feature Six Flags Qiddiya as a family attraction.[3] Six Flags Qiddya is projected to open in October 2024.[4]

The master plan is to create a project with a variety of activities. Such designed experiences are planned to be provided in a way that takes in consideration the cultural, natural and professional aspects. Thus, the natural pattern of the site has been taken into consideration. By doing so, the proposed design will take visitors through a green belt network.[5]

Etymology

Qiddiya is named after a region which forms a slit at Jabal Tuwaiq to establish a hajj road between Al-Yamama and Hejaz.[6]

The stated main idea behind the project is to establish a healthy, happy and engaging lifestyle place that is full of different opportunities and to encourage young Saudis who look forward to creating a prosperous Saudi Arabia.[7]

Location

Qiddiyah City or Qiddiyah project, which is supported by The Public Investment Fund (PIF),[8] will be located 40km away from Riyadh's city center.[2] It will have a number of recreation facilities including, amusement parks, sport areas, car and bike riding paths, water parks, natural sceneries and cultural activities.[2]

The project will provide jobs to many Saudi men and women as it will be capable of hosting global sport competitions and a wide range of activities.[9]

By 2030, the project is expected to be the "largest tourism destination worldwide,"[10] according to Arab News.[11] Arab News is owned by Saudi Research & Media Group (SRMG), which has close ties to the Mohammed bin Salman government in Saudi Arabia.

Phase One

The first phase of the project is planned to be completed by 2023. Upon the completion of this phase, 45 individual projects are to be completed. Moreover, 300 recreative, hospitality, leisure and sports activities will be made available.[7]

Scholarships and Training Courses

Upon its establishment, running Qiddiya will require around 17,000 people. Therefore, in order to hire qualified employees, a number of scholarships and training courses are being held. Thus, a partnership agreement was conducted between Qiddiya project and the University of Central Florida to train young Saudis on hospitality, tourism and sports management. Additionally, 60 scholarships have been opened to young Saudis in related fields.[7]

Activities

Over 300 activities will be allowed in the project, including grassroots sports,[12] water activities, winter activities, safaris.[13]

Qiddiya circuit

A motor racing circuit is planned to be built in Qiddiya to FIA Grade 1 standards, with the expectation of holding a Formula One race or MotoGP race, currently planned to take place in 2027.[14] However, as the inaugural Saudi Arabian Grand Prix was scheduled for December 2021, before the completion of Qiddiyah, the newly constructed Jeddah Corniche Circuit was used instead. Despite the Formula One Group's announcement in November of 2020 that a grand prix would be held at the circuit in 2023,[15] the estimated date for the completion of the circuit has been delayed to 2027.[16] The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia allegedly paid tens of millions of dollars to Formula 1 in order to win the hosting rights. The announcement received criticism from human rights organizations for attempting to sportswash its image.[17]

Falcon's Flight

Falcon's Flight
Six Flags Qiddiya
LocationSix Flags Qiddiya
StatusUnder construction
General statistics
TypeSteel
ManufacturerIntamin
Height195 m (640 ft)
Length4,250 m (13,940 ft)
Speed250 km/h (160 mph)
Falcon's Flight at RCDB

Falcon's Flight is an under-construction[18] roller coaster, planned to be the world's tallest, fastest, and longest.[19]

Saudi Vision 2030

The project is part of a goal to increase local spending.[10] It is expected that such a project will contribute in returning US$30 billion spent abroad by Saudis. Moreover, it is expected that, by 2030, the total number of annual visitors will reach 17 million.[20]

Landmarks

Six Flags Qiddiya will boast a number of world-record attractions, including:

  1. The fastest, tallest, and longest roller coaster ever built.
  2. The tallest drop tower ride.[21]
  3. The largest theme park in the Middle East (at 79 acres, 31 ha).[22]

See also


References

  1. ^ a b "Construction at Saudi entertainment megaproject Qiddiya to begin this year". Arab News. 2019-01-09. Retrieved 2019-03-04.
  2. ^ a b c "Qiddiya Project, Red Sea Project, can Saudi Arabia turn into a tourist destination?". Weetas Real Estate Blog, Market Stats, Real Estate Analysis. 2018-02-05. Retrieved 2019-03-04.
  3. ^ "Saudi Arabia's Six Flags Qiddiya to feature world's fastest roller coaster". Arabian Business. 26 August 2019.
  4. ^ Revell, Eric (2023-11-19). "Record-shattering roller coaster simulates falling from cliff with 155 mph speeds". FOXBusiness. Retrieved 2023-12-06.
  5. ^ "Saudi Arabia's mega entertainment project Qiddiya reveals master plan". Arab News. 2019-06-26. Retrieved 2019-07-01.
  6. ^ "المشروع الترفيهي العالمي.. ما معنى "القدية"؟". Al Arabiya (in Arabic). 29 April 2020.
  7. ^ a b c "Developers reveal more details about Qiddiya, the Saudi entertainment supercity". Arab News. 2019-07-25. Retrieved 2019-07-25.
  8. ^ "Qiddiya to create a self-sustaining ecosystem". Saudigazette. 2018-09-23. Retrieved 2019-03-04.
  9. ^ "Al-Qiddiya: A futuristic mega city". Saudigazette. 2018-04-24. Retrieved 2019-03-05.
  10. ^ a b "Construction at Saudi entertainment megaproject Qiddiya to begin this year". Arab News. 2019-01-09. Retrieved 2019-05-16.
  11. ^ "MiSK, Qiddiya team up for internship program". Arab News. 2019-03-25. Retrieved 2019-03-25.
  12. ^ "Qiddiya, Saudi Arabia's Future Entertainment, Sport and Cultural Destination, Announces a Global Advisory Board | Qiddiya". www.qiddiya.com. Retrieved 2019-06-26.
  13. ^ "Al-Qiddiya: A futuristic mega city". Saudigazette. 2018-04-24. Retrieved 2019-05-15.
  14. ^ Andrew Benson (17 January 2020). "Formula 1: Saudi Arabia unveils plans for race in 2023". BBC News. Retrieved 12 February 2020.
  15. ^ "F1 adds Saudi Arabian Grand Prix night race to 2021 calendar | Formula 1®". www.formula1.com. Retrieved 2020-11-05.
  16. ^ "Jeddah expects to host F1 race until Qiddiya circuit is ready in 2027". RACER. 2023-01-19. Retrieved 2023-07-06.
  17. ^ "F1 risks human rights wrath over first Saudi Arabian race". The Times. Retrieved 27 October 2020.
  18. ^ Sansens, Jonathan (April 13, 2023). "Eerste track geplaatst van snelste, hoogste en langste achtbaan ter wereld" [First track installed for the fastest, tallest and longest roller coaster in the world]. Themeparkfreaks (in Dutch).
  19. ^ Stilwell, Andrew (November 14, 2023). "Intamin Reveals Falcon's Flight Details". Coaster101. Coaster101. Retrieved November 15, 2023.
  20. ^ "Al-Qiddiya: A futuristic mega city". Saudigazette. 2018-04-24. Retrieved 2019-05-16.
  21. ^ "Buckle up, the world's fastest roller coaster is coming to Saudi Arabia". Arab News. 2019-08-27. Retrieved 2019-08-28.
  22. ^ "Largest Six Flags theme park in the world to open in Qiddiya". Arab News. 2019-08-27. Retrieved 2019-08-28.

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