Saudi Arabia sets up Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve covering Asir, Jazan and Makkah regions

Saudi Arabia sets up Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve covering Asir, Jazan and Makkah regions

JEDDAH — A royal order has been issued to establish Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve, spanning three administrative regions of Asir, Jazan and Makkah, and extending to the Kingdom's territorial waters in the Red Sea.

The reserve will be under the supervision of the Council of Royal Reserves, chaired by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. The Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve will be the third-largest in the Kingdom, and the biggest with regard to a wide variety of plants. It is one of the most diverse in terms of ecological and geographical features, which are unique and enchanting.

The 30,152.7 square-kilometer reserve includes sea, coastlines, peaks, plains, deserts and valleys, as well as rich animal, fish, and plant resources. It is culturally distinguished by its arts and architecture, and showcases its authenticity through popular folklore that embodies the cultural identity of each region.

Speaking on the occasion of establishing the new reserve, the Crown Prince said that Saudi Arabia is determined to develop its natural resources and improve the quality of life within the Saudi territories. He noted that the Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve is just one of several royal reserves that have been developed and