Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project for Development of Historical Mosques to Renovate Al-Saidan Mosque in Al-Jouf Region The official Saudi Press Agency

Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project for Development of Historical Mosques to Renovate Al-Saidan Mosque in Al-Jouf Region The official Saudi Press Agency

Riyadh, April 9, 2023, SPA -- The Al-Saidan Mosque, which holds significant historical value and serves as a local landmark in Dumat Al-Jandal, Al-Jouf region, is one of the mosques included in the second phase of the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project for the Development of Historical Mosques. Constructed around 1223 AD, the mosque is one of the oldest in the city after the Omar bin Al-Khattab Mosque and used to host Friday prayers.

The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project for the Development of Historical Mosques aims to renovate the Al-Saidan Mosque by incorporating artistic, design, and informational values. The mosque's area will increase from 179 square meters to 202.39 square meters, while its capacity to accommodate worshippers will reach 68 people after prayers, which were previously stopped for some time.

The mosque will be developed using mud building techniques and natural materials to depict the traditional style of the region, which is characterized by its unique architecture that can withstand the harsh desert climate. It stands out as a symbol of Al-Jouf's urbanization and architectural identity. The rehabilitation project will preserve the mosque's unique features, such as the water channel and an old