Makkah Towers (Abraj Al-Bait)

Makkah Towers (Abraj Al-Bait)

The King Abdulaziz Waqf Towers represent one of the most prominent Waqf projects in Makkah. The project consists of seven residential hotel towers overlooking the Holy Mosque, offering a comprehensive model that combines hospitality and diverse services for visitors and pilgrims. 

This project embodies the concept of a sustainable developmental Waqf. It houses an integrated complex of facilities that cater to the needs of visitors and residents, including a commercial center with numerous shops and services, and a medical center that provides healthcare for visitors. The project also hosts the Makkah Clock Tower, one of the city's most prominent architectural landmarks. It features the Makkah Clock Museum, which showcases the history of the clock's construction and introduces the astronomical sciences associated with it. Additionally, the project includes transportation and service facilities, such as a helipad and a bus transit center, along with a road network that facilitates access and movement to and from the site. The King Abdulaziz Waqf Towers stand as an outstanding model of developmental Awqaf that serve pilgrims, reflecting the Kingdom's dedication to advancing Waqf projects in a way that supports development and enhances the quality of services provided in Makkah.

1- Laying the Foundation Stone: King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz - may Allah rest his soul - laid the foundation stone for the project on November 28, 2002. 

2- Project Completion: The project was completed and officially opened on January 20, 2007, becoming one of the largest Waqf projects in the central area of Makkah.

1- Helipads: The project includes two helipads connected directly to the residential towers, facilitating access and movement. 

2- Astronomical Research Center: The project houses a research center affiliated with the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Foundation, dedicated to studying lunar phases and astronomy, and includes facilities for astronomical observation. 

3- Water Treatment Plants: The project is equipped with two sewage treatment plants. Its water tanks have a capacity exceeding 5,300 cubic meters, contributing to the infrastructure's efficiency.

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Endowment City
Makkah
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Endowment Creation Year
1423 AH
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Endowment Age
Over 10 Years
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Endowment Area
1.5 Million Square Meters