Diriyah was founded in 1446/1447 AD by Mani’ Al‑Muraydi. In the 18th century it became the capital of the first major Saudi state — the First Saudi State — under Muhammad bin Saud. Diriyah’s mosque became a hub for the state for prayers, Islamic scholarship, and politics.
Diriyah is undergoing a massive transformation under the Diriyah Gate giga-project, turning its historic landscape into a world-class urban, cultural, and tourism hub. Traditional structures have been preserved and reborn as immersive museums, where visitors can explore the history, culture, and lifestyle of Diriyah through AI, VR, and 3D experiences.
No longer just a landmark, Diriyah is a living city where heritage and modern life stand side by side—history, culture, creativity, and technology united as the heartbeat of Saudi Arabia rises anew.




