There are many new projects being unveiled in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. From stadiums to amusement parks and more, they are all quite fantastic and they have their share of some spectacular features that set them apart from others around the globe. And the upcoming King Salman Park is just one example of the many projects that are drawing quite a bit of attention. Set to be the largest urban Park in the world by 2025, here’s how it will foster flora and fauna.
King Salman Park To Be Completed By 2025
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As mentioned by Arab News, King Salman Park is expected to be a green haven for flora and fauna. All ready to become the world’s largest urban park by 2025, this is going to cover a massive area of 16.6 km². The largest of its kind in the world, the flagship initiative by the Saudi Vision 2030, it’s going to expand the city’s green spaces and also enhance the quality of life.
Everything You Need To Know About The Park
You are crossing #KingSalmanPark when you cross Abu Bakr Al-Siddiq and Al-Orouba tunnels!
Get to know the benefits of these tunnels, such as improving connectivity between the park’s landmarks and increasing vegetation cover, as well as facilitating traffic movement in Riyadh.
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At this point, it’s worth mentioning that King Salman Park is coming up on the ground of the former Riyadh Airways. This park is going to be seven times the size of London’s Hyde Park and even five times the size of New York’s Central Park. A monumental addition to the city’s landscape, the park is going to offer a wide variety of sports, recreational activities, biodiversity, and cultural activities. Home to a wealth of plant and animal life, more than 11.6 km² of the site will be dedicated to green space.
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As a result, 1 million trees are going to be planted across the vast area, which will contribute significantly towards the increase of the region’s vegetation cover. As it happens, the park’s design also includes a vertical garden, an Islamic-style garden, and several other types of spaces that will house numerous birds, butterflies, and other species. It’s not only going to create a healthier and more vibrant ecosystem but also has its aesthetic appeal.
It Will Offer Recreational Activities & More
Coming to the valley, this is going to cover an area of over 800,000 m² and will have several bodies of water that have been designed to support aquatic life. Offering a great place for migratory birds to rest, this will include natural elements that are going to enhance the biodiversity. There is also going to be a 7.2 km pedestrian walk away That will offer a serene environment for walking and exercise.
So, sustainability being the key focus of the park’s development, the extensive green spaces and tree-planting efforts are bound to mitigate the urban heat effect. As a result, the overall climate of Riyadh is also expected to improve. Not to mention, the strategic location of the park links it to several main roads and public transportation systems. So, the new part is truly going to be something that you wouldn’t want to miss checking out.
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