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Qetaifan Island North
Lusail City, Qatar
Developer: Qetaifan Projects

Located off Lusail City in Qatar, Qetaifan Island North Diriyah, a SAR 64bn development project, is a 7sq km mixed-
by Qetaifan Projects is designed to be Qatar’s future iconic use historic, culture and lifestyle destination. Diriyah will become
destination. The project spans approximately 1.3 million square the Kingdom’s historic and cultural heart, proudly showcasing to
meters, with 129,296sq m of waterpark alone. The island also the world Saudi Arabia’s more than 300 years of history through
features exciting entertainment attractions that the whole an engaging and inspiring set of heritage, hospitality, education,
family can enjoy, in addition to diversified waterfronts, distinct retail and dining experiences for residents, tourists and frequent
neighbourhoods, luxurious hotels, pedestrian friendly streets, visitors. The new development north-west of Riyadh is centred
living gardens, and world class facilities that make it a modern, around the UNESCO World Heritage Site of At-Turaif. So
globally-competitive community with a unique design that is far 14 international hotel brands have been confirmed, and
inspired by the rich culture and nature of the region. The main it is expected at completion there will be 38 in total. The new
artery of the island, linking all zones together is the Linear Park. global landmark, Diriyah, will be created in a Najdi architectural
An artificial Salt Lake linked to the sea, allowing visitors to enjoy style and showcase authentic Saudi Arabian environments. The
fishing, boating and plenty of other family-friendly fun activities. historic town of Diriyah will be transformed into a global tourism
Spread over the lakeside are community facilities, such as snack destination with its main anchors rooted in its historic culture
stalls, prayer rooms, seating, as well as meeting rooms, game and heritage. Ultimately, the destination will include museums,
rooms, and a kid’s club. Much of the construction for the project galleries, restaurants, retail experiences, public squares, hotels,
is now complete and the entertainment landmark will then be multiple recreational spaces, residences, educational institutions
fully inaugurated at the FIFA World Cup 2022 in November. and offices.
St James Quarter
Edinburgh, UK
Developer: Nuveen