The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has approved the design of AlUla Manara, an astronomical discovery and astro-tourism hub coming up in the ancient Saudi city. The facility will feature an observatory, a world-class research centre, advanced telescopes and observation platforms for stargazing.
The Saudi Red Sea Authority and the Royal Commission for AlUla signed an MoU to strengthen institutional integration, develop environmental protection policies, advance sustainable tourism, and improve implementation efficiency and governance across initiatives.