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Saudi Arabia, a nation rich in oil and heritage, is beginning to reframe itself as a patron of architecture. In line with several monumental projects, the Kingdom is investing heavily in infrastructure, kickstarting economic diversification and global relevance.

One such project is a symbol of ambition, a singular silhouette, emerging at the edge of the Red Sea. A megatall skyscraper in the city of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, is a part of the larger Jeddah Economic City plan. Jeddah is the country’s most vital link to worldwide trade via sea channels, making it economically significant.