MAKKAH— The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project for Developing Historic Mosques began the renovation of Al-Fath Mosque in Al-Jumum governorate of Makkah Region. The initiative is part of the project’s second phase, which aims to restore the mosque’s religious, cultural, and social roles while preserving its Islamic heritage and aligning its design with the traditional architectural style of the western region.Al-Fath Mosque holds profound historical value, as accounts indicate that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) prayed at this site during the year of the Conquest of Makkah. Over the centuries, the mosque suffered periods of neglect and ruin. It has been rebuilt several times, most recently in 1398 AH (1978 AD) and underwent restoration and expansion in 1419 AH (1998), which included the addition of a women’s prayer area and other facilities.Located approximately 260 meters from the Makkah-Madinah highway, the mosque is being redeveloped using natural materials characteristic of the western region’s architecture, including brick, basalt stone, gypsum, and wood. The design will feature distinctive “Rawashin” and “Mashrabiyas” (projected wooden windows and balconies) crafted from high-quality wood, reflecting the area’s traditional identity.Post-renovation, the mosque’s area will increase from 455.77 square meters to 553.5 square meters, expanding its capacity from 218 to 333 worshippers.Al-Fath Mosque is one of 30 mosques across all 13 regions of the Kingdom in the project’s second phase, including six mosques in Riyadh; five in Makkah; four in Madinah; three in Asir; two each in Eastern Province, Al-Jouf, and Jazan; and one each in Northern Borders, Tabuk, Al-Baha, Najran, Hail, and Qassim.The project, which has already completed the renovation of nearly 60 mosques across its first two phases, aims to balance traditional heritage with modern sustainability standards. By employing specialized Saudi companies and engineers experienced in heritage buildings, the initiative seeks to preserve the unique architectural identity of each mosque. This aligns with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 to highlight the Kingdom’s cultural depth and civilizational history.
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