About RCU

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) is dedicated to the guardianship and development of AlUla, a gem of northwest Saudi Arabia. Established to protect and revitalise this region, RCU blends the preservation of its rich cultural and natural heritage with sustainable tourism and community development.

Aspiration

Collaboration, Conservation, and Community Growth

To achieve our vision, we will be working closely with partners within and beyond Saudi Arabia. We are working with local and international experts in archaeology, heritage conservation and preservation, architecture, and master planning to deliver an environmentally and historically sensitive transformation of AlUla.

Working hand in hand with the local community, we will invest in education and learning for AlUla’s next generation and create training and employment opportunities for its people.

Our development plan will commission the infrastructure and visitor facilities that will underpin AlUla’s future success while protecting its natural beauty and historic sites.

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Leadership

Governance

RCU is guided by a team of leaders and board members who oversee its strategic direction and development. Their expertise ensures RCU's actions align with principles of integrity and accountability, focusing on AlUla's sustainable and respectful development.

His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud

His Highness Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Farhan Al Saud

His Excellency Dr. Hamad bin Mohammed Al-Sheikh

His Excellency Engineer Ibrahim bin Mohammed Al-Sultan

His Excellency Dr. Fahad bin Abdullah Toonsi

Dr. Saad bin Abdullah AlSowayan

Dr. Eid bin Hamad Al-Yahya

Eng. Mousa bin Omran AlOmran

Dr. Khaled Omar Azzam

Eng. John Pagano

His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud
His Highness Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Farhan Al Saud
His Excellency Dr. Hamad bin Mohammed Al-Sheikh
His Excellency Engineer Ibrahim bin Mohammed Al-Sultan
His Excellency Dr. Fahad bin Abdullah Toonsi
Dr. Saad bin Abdullah AlSowayan
Dr. Eid bin Hamad Al-Yahya
Eng. Mousa bin Omran AlOmran
Dr. Khaled Omar Azzam
Eng. John Pagano

We are striving to make AlUla a global destination in various fields, building on its cultural heritage and the support of the people of AlUla.

Abeer Al Akel, Acting CEO, Royal Commission for AlUla

About AlUla

AlUla is a place of extraordinary human and natural heritage located in north-west Saudi Arabia, covering 22,561 km², including a lush oasis valley, towering sandstone mountains, and ancient cultural heritage sites dating back thousands of years.

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RCU Regulatory Instruments

RCU has issued a set of regulatory instruments to seek public feedback and a set of advisory manuals to achieve its objectives and perform its tasks pursuant to the RCU Statute 123.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The objectives of RCU include preserving AlUla’s natural and cultural heritage, developing the area into a global destination for cultural and eco-tourism, and driving economic growth and community development.

The AlUla strategy focuses on sustainable development, conservation of historical sites, and enhancing the visitor experience through world-class attractions, infrastructure, and community engagement.

The role of RCU in Saudi Arabia is to oversee major economic, cultural, and infrastructural development projects, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030’s objectives to promote sustainable growth, diversification, and cultural enrichment.

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