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| King Salman Park | |
|---|---|
| Name | King Salman Park |
| Native name | حديقة الملك سلمان |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | Saudi Arabia |
| Subdivision type1 | City |
| Subdivision name1 | Riyadh |
| Established | 2019 |
| Area total km2 | 13.4 |
| Developer | Royal Commission for Riyadh City |
King Salman Park King Salman Park is a large urban park project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, intended as a major public green space and cultural hub. Announced by the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, the project is part of a suite of initiatives tied to Vision 2030 (Saudi Arabia) aiming to transform urban life in the capital. The park is planned to integrate landscape architecture, cultural institutions, and transportation links with surrounding districts including King Abdulaziz District and Al Murabba.
King Salman Park occupies a central role within Riyadh's urban regeneration plans, envisioned as a 13.4 square kilometre destination adjacent to key landmarks such as the Kingdom Centre, Riyadh Metro, and National Museum of Saudi Arabia. The Riyadh project is overseen by the Royal Court of Saudi Arabia and implemented through the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, with design input from international firms experienced in projects like Central Park, Hyde Park, and Parc de la Villette. The park connects to civic venues including the King Abdulaziz Historical Center and major cultural institutions such as the Ministry of Culture (Saudi Arabia) venues.
The park's conception follows high-profile urban initiatives announced by Mohammed bin Salman and practical planning by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City and the Public Investment Fund (Saudi Arabia). Early proposals involved consultations with firms and authorities linked to projects like The Line (Neom) and redevelopment efforts in Diriyah, reflecting precedents set by the Diriyah Gate Development Authority. The planning phase referenced examples from the High Line, Singapore Botanic Gardens, and redevelopment masterplans from Doha and Abu Dhabi municipal authorities. Groundbreaking and phased construction timelines were coordinated with infrastructure projects including the Riyadh Metro and roadworks influenced by the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs (Saudi Arabia). International design partners with portfolios including the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Louvre Abu Dhabi, and Tate Modern were reported as part of competitive selections.
Design proposals emphasize landscape zones, sports facilities, and cultural venues, drawing on typologies found in Millennium Park and Brooklyn Bridge Park. Planned components include botanical collections inspired by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, amphitheaters comparable to the Hollywood Bowl, and family recreational areas akin to Disneyland Park layouts. Architectural elements reference regional conservation approaches used at the Masmak Fort and the Al Faisaliah Tower precinct. The scheme includes public art commissions resonant with commissions seen at the Serpentine Galleries and civic plazas echoing design strategies used in Piazza del Duomo, Milan and Plaza Mayor, Madrid.
Environmental strategies align with sustainability initiatives championed under Vision 2030 (Saudi Arabia) and parallel to programs such as the Green Riyadh initiative. Plans incorporate native plantings drawing on research from institutions like the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology and the Saudi Wildlife Authority. Water-efficiency measures reflect technologies promoted by the Saline Water Conversion Corporation and urban cooling techniques tested in projects in Dubai and Doha. Renewable energy integration references procurement models used by the King Abdullah City for Atomic and Renewable Energy and international standards from bodies such as the International Union for Conservation of Nature.
Programming initiatives aim to host festivals, exhibitions, and performances that coordinate with national calendars including events by the General Entertainment Authority (Saudi Arabia), Ministry of Culture (Saudi Arabia), and the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage. Cultural activations are planned in collaboration with museums like the National Museum of Saudi Arabia and international partners paralleling partnerships seen at the British Museum and Smithsonian Institution. Recreational offerings include sports similar to programming by the Saudi Arabian Football Federation, outdoor fitness events modeled on those by the International Olympic Committee partners, and family activities echoing programming at venues like the Zollverein Cultural Park.
The park is projected to influence real estate patterns near landmarks such as the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center and business districts anchored by the Kingdom Centre and Al Faisaliah Tower. Economic models referenced include investment frameworks used by the Public Investment Fund (Saudi Arabia) and urban regeneration case studies from Bilbao and Canary Wharf. Job creation projections invoke employment strategies comparable to those used by the Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. The development is positioned to support tourism strategies promoted by the Saudi Tourism Authority and event economies similar to those generated by Expo 2020 Dubai.
Accessibility plans integrate multimodal connections to the Riyadh Metro network, bus corridors managed by the Riyadh Development Authority, and pedestrian routes aligned with urban design guidelines from the Royal Commission for Riyadh City. Cycling infrastructure echoes standards implemented in cities like Amsterdam, Copenhagen, and Seoul. Parking and last-mile mobility consider partnerships with firms experienced in mobility solutions used in London and New York City. The park's transit-oriented approach mirrors policies adopted by metropolitan agencies such as the Greater London Authority and the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority.
Category:Parks in Riyadh Category:Urban parks