Hira Cultural District: A diverse legacy of Makkah

Makkah’s Hira Cultural District, with its pavilions and cultural history, is serving as a tourist hotspot and a hub for knowledge.

Nestled near Jabal Al-Noor, the project spans 67,000 sq meters and includes a visitors’ center, offering insights into the history and services of the district, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.

The neighborhood provides diverse cultural services and activities for all.

The district’s Revelation Exhibition outlines the story of the revelation bestowed upon prophets up to the last Prophet. Within a special pavilion, the story of the Prophet Muhammad’s revelation and his biography are presented, along with aspects related to the story of the revelation through Gabriel and the roles of Khadija. It is delivered through a technical presentation, taking viewers on an enriching audio and visual journey.

The project also includes the Holy Qur’an Museum. Through modern technology and unique collections, the museum highlights the greatness and universality of the Qur’an, emphasizing its preservation. The neighborhood also includes a cultural library and a garden for relaxation.

The district contains restaurants and cafes, as well as the Saudi Coffee Museum. Visitors can savor Saudi coffee while exploring the tools, ingredients and preparation methods used across the Kingdom in the coffee trade, the SPA reported.

The project is overseen by the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites in collaboration with the Emirate of Makkah, the Ministry of Culture, the Ministry of Tourism, the Municipality of the Holy Capital, the Guests of God Service Program and the General Authority of Endowments.

Officials from countries around the world have recently visited the district, including Indonesian First Lady Iriana, Maldives Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer, President of the Directorate of Religious Affairs of Turkiye Dr. Ali Erbas and Tunisian Minister of Religious Affairs Ibrahim bin Mohammed Al-Shaibi. They commended Saudi Arabia’s role in enriching the cultural and religious experiences of visitors and Umrah performers.