"Makkah and Madinah News and Updates"

[al-Hasani]

The ceremonial and anual washing of the Kaaba before Ramadan was performed this Thursday.

This is Sunnah as Prophet Muhammad (saws) washed the Kaaba after the conquest of Makkah in 8 AH.

The expansion project is going underway as planned.

The TEMPORARY Mataf:

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@WebMaster @Manticore @Jungibaaz @nuclearpak @Aeronaut @Emmie @jaibi @Oscar @Manticore

I ask one of you to change the title of the thread to "Makkah and Madinah News and Updates".

Thanks.

 

[al-Hasani]

Architects propose cultural complex in Madinah
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Jun 18, 2014

Dutch architecture firm Mecanoo has proposed a cultural complex in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, that is inspired by Arabic calligraphy and the Qur’an.

The firm envisaged a series of interconnected buildings that, when viewed from above, makes up an abstract interpretation of Arabic letters.

Mecanoo reinterpreted the formal calligraphy into interlocking, fluid buildings that create a series of public and private spaces.

As well as being inspired by calligraphy, the design took inspiration from the Qur’an – including references to mountains.

Mecanoo wants to recreate the idea of a mountainous range when visitors first come upon the complex with high walls in front of them.

http://www.constructionweekonline.co...ex-in-madinah/

Noble Quran Oasis by Mecanoo

17 Jun 2014

The Noble Quran Oasis competition which wants to create a spatial and visual experience in Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia, received a proposition from the Mecanoo architectural practice from the Netherlands and it involves a structure which references the ancient Islamic cities through its poetic aspect that are inspired by the Arabic calligraphy.

The arid and mountainous landscape wants to encourage growth through culture and the structure takes care of the guests by ensuring an intimate retreat.The city is located in a fertile oasis with elevated peaks surrounding it and thus the designers wanted to emphasize the role of the mountains in Islamic culture as a symbol of promise.

The undulating structure continues the landscape and welcomes guests into a cave-like interior with clearly defined areas and a monumental entrance. The greenery and natural environment is landscaped in the shape of internal patios and the larger spaces inside are to be used for military parades or other festivities.

Noble Quran Oasis by Mecanoo

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I kindly ask one of you to change the title of the thread to "Makkah and Madinah News and Updates".

Maybe move the thread to the "Arab section" or is this a social issue so that it cannot be posted on that section?

Thanks.

 

[al-Hasani]

New Madinah Airport Project Update

The new Madinah airport in the west region of Saudi Arabia. The airport roof is
made of 84 steel palm trees, which are placed side by side to form the roof.

Weight of each tree 70 ton, and top portion of tree is 18 x18 mtrs and height is 9 mtrs

It's made of steel pipe, this great job was manufactured, fabricated and erected by AIC.
They used a 500 ton crawler crane for lifting, spmt, man lift and many other equipment.

@Aeronaut

Thanks!

 

[al-Hasani]

The new Anjum Hotel in Makkah opened on 9 June 2014.

Special Opening Offer.

Book and stay by 16th July to enjoy 25% off.

*Offer is valid for bookings made between 10th June 2014 to 16th July 2014, for stays taken between 10th June 2014 to 16th July 2014 inclusive.

Special Opening Offer | Anjum Hotels

 

[al-Hasani]

Madinah Museum

Visiting hours:
- Saturday to Thursday : 09:00 AM to 09:00 PM
- Friday: 05:00 PM to 09:00 PM

So who here is lucky enough to visit Makkah and Madinah for Hajj this October?​

 

[xenon54 out]

New Madinah Airport Project Update

The new Madinah airport in the west region of Saudi Arabia. The airport roof is
made of 84 steel palm trees, which are placed side by side to form the roof.

Weight of each tree 70 ton, and top portion of tree is 18 x18 mtrs and height is 9 mtrs

It's made of steel pipe, this great job was manufactured, fabricated and erected by AIC.
They used a 500 ton crawler crane for lifting, spmt, man lift and many other equipment.

@Aeronaut

Thanks!

Seems like this Turkish company is very active in Arab world, 60% of their projects are in Arab countrys, i saw them operating Airports but didnt know they are also active in construction sector.

TAV Construction | Our Projects

 

[the just]

Brother Al- Hasani,thank you from the bottom of my heart.All these pictures making me sad right now. There were so many things to see when I was there.But seen so little.
Insha Allah.if I am alive and well I will visit again.Next time with my children.

 

[al-Hasani]

Brother Al- Hasani,thank you from the bottom of my heart.All these pictures making me sad right now. There were so many things to see when I was there.But seen so little.
Insha Allah.if I am alive and well I will visit again.Next time with my children.

Dear, once the pilgrims that are visiting KSA will have more freedom in terms of traveling and the country adopts a real tourism sector (change of rules) you will see a thriving tourism sector and KSA will be in the top 10 of most visited countries. Already in top 15 if I am not wrong. Billions of dollars have been put aside for the tourism sector.

See this thread below:

Tourist visas to be introduced in KSA

I felt a bit sad reading your post. Insha'Allah you will get another opportunity together with your children.

@xenon54

Well the Arab world is one of the biggest markets of the world and one of the most rapidly growing so that is not so surprising. Especially with Turkey being a direct neighbor.

 

[xenon54 out]

Visiting hours:
- Saturday to Thursday : 09:00 AM to 09:00 PM
- Friday: 05:00 PM to 09:00 PM

So who here is lucky enough to visit Makkah and Madinah for Hajj this October?​

Is this the original Hejaz railway or just a replica?

 

[al-Hasani]

Is this the original Hejaz railway or just a replica?

The railway is original although renovated. Same with the wagons if I am not mistaken. In fact there are still remains of some old wagons as below but they are left there deliberately.

Those remains are mostly found around Mada'in Saleh.

wadi hamdh bridges by tumbrent, on Flickr

medain selah by tumbrent, on Flickr

 

[xenon54 out]

The railway is original although renovated. Same with the wagons if I am not mistaken. In fact there are still remains of some old trains but they are left there deliberately.

medain selah by tumbrent, on Flickr

This picture is astonishing, as if the time stood still, its in pretty good shape if you consider that its abandoned since 100 years, dry climate preserved it.

 

[al-Hasani]

This picture is astonishing, as if the time stood still, its in pretty good shape if you consider that its abandoned since 100 years, dry climate preserved it.

I also believe that altitude plays a role. Hijaz is after all heavily mountainous in most areas aside from the coastline. Makes the air denser. Less humidity too. They would not have survived if they were located in Jeddah which often has humid weather and is next to the Red Sea which is a tropical sea.

Anjum Hotel that opened earlier this June:

The hotel has 1743 rooms.

ALJREIC opens 1743-room Anjum Hotel in Makkah | HotelierMiddleEast.com

 

[xenon54 out]

I also believe that altitude plays a role. Hijaz is after all heavily mountainous in most areas aside from the coastline. Makes the air denser.

What is the altitute in hejaz region on avarage?

 

[al-Hasani]

What is the altitute in hejaz region on avarage?

I am not sure. The highest elevation is 3.133 meters. But it depends on the area of Hijaz. So it's hard to tell. Excluding the mostly tropical or dry coastline which lies at sea level my guess would be something between 1.000-1.500 meters on average. Also Southern Hijaz is mostly fertile while the north (where Mada'in Saleh and those remains of those wagons are located) is drier and also located at a lower altitude but the humidity is much lower. For instance there is a big difference in humidity between Al-Baha and Tabuk for instance. Or Jeddah (which is located at the Red Sea) and Ta'if which is located at 1.900 meters of altitude in the interior.

I think it's the unique climate of Northern Hijaz that has caused this.

 

[xenon54 out]

I am not sure. The highest elevation is 3.133 meters. But it depends on the area of Hijaz. So it's hard to tell. Excluding the mostly tropical or dry coastline which lies at sea level my guess would be something between 1.000-1.500 meters on average. Also Southern Hijaz is mostly fertile while the north (where Mada'in Saleh and those remains of those wagons are located) is drier and also located at a lower altitude but the humidity is much lower. For instance there is a big difference in humidity between Al-Baha and Tabuk for instance. Or Jeddah (which is located at the Red Sea) and Ta'if which is located at 1.900 meters of altitude in the interior.

I think it's the unique climate of Northern Hijaz that has caused this.

3000m? Didnt expected this.