Riyadh: KAFD Skywalk Bags The Guinness World Record For World’s Longest Continuous Pedestrian Skyway

Recently, the KAFD Skywalk, which is located in the King Abdullah Financial District, claimed a Guinness World Record. Yes, it has now been recognised as the world’s longest continuous pedestrian skyway. After all, the skywalk stretches a whopping 15.46 km, which certainly makes it the pride of the capital.

KAFD Skywalk Claims Guinness World Record

The KAFD Skywalk is truly a lifesaver for people in summer. With 42 interconnected climate-controlled skywalks, it connects 95 buildings, making it easy for people to walk through the courtyard area without feeling the burn of the Saudi sun. Built in traditional Najdi motif, it is a nod to the Saudi Heritage and is enhanced by the sleek and futuristic twist added to the skywalk. With three 30,000 m² of glass incorporated into the structure, the walkway is equivalent to four FIFA football pitches.

And this iconic structure in the heart of KAFD, which makes life easy for pedestrians, has officially been recognised. Yes, it has been named as the world’s longest continuous pedestrian skyway by the Guinness World Records. And this is truly something to feel proud about!

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It Has A Temperature-Controlled Structure

All of these details make us feel more confident about the expertly built structure. And as the walkway has achieved this incredible title from the Guinness World Records, this makes the temperature-controlled structure the pride of Riyadh. Yes, with interiors that boast a temperature-controlled environment, it also has motion-detecting LEDs. This offers smart mobility to workers, and the car-free environment also makes walking through the KAFD all the more seamless and faster. This means walking along these interconnected skywalks is truly a novel experience. One that not only makes life easier when the weather is harsh, but interesting as well.

So the next time you are in KAFD and wish to get by, you will certainly want to be on the lookout for these walkways and use them that would instantly make your life a lot easier.

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