The Mayor of Al-Baha Region, Dr. Ali bin Mohammed Al-Suwat, inspected the progress of work on the development projects for Al-Baha's parks and public gardens throughout the city and its governorates. This field visit aimed to directly assess the readiness of these vital facilities and their full preparedness to welcome residents, visitors, and tourists during the Eid al-Fitr holiday. These efforts aim to ensure a safe and fully equipped recreational environment, providing visitors with a distinctive tourism and social experience befitting the region's stature.
Tourism in the Bride of the Sarawat Mountains and the importance of developing Al-Baha parks
The Al-Baha region, nicknamed the “Bride of the Sarawat Mountains,” is one of the most prominent tourist destinations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Historically, its enchanting mountainous landscape, dense forests, and temperate climate have always been a major draw for visitors from across the Kingdom and the Gulf countries, especially during holidays and official vacations. Therefore, the development of Al-Baha's parks is of paramount importance, reflecting the commitment of relevant authorities to preserving and continuously enhancing this natural heritage. The focus on tourism infrastructure in the region is not a recent development, but rather an extension of ongoing government efforts aimed at leveraging its unique natural resources and transforming it into a sustainable, year-round tourist destination.
Details of the field tour, maintenance work, and preparation
During his inspection tour, the Secretary of the Region visited prominent sites such as Prince Mishari Park in Bani Hassan Governorate, as well as the renowned Raghadan Forest Park in Al-Baha City. Dr. Al-Suwat listened to a detailed explanation from the engineering and technical teams regarding the recently implemented preparation and maintenance plans. These works included meticulous attention to green spaces, tree trimming, maintenance of seating areas and shade structures, and upgrading children's play equipment to meet the highest safety standards. In addition, the focus was on improving lighting networks and intensifying general cleaning efforts, which directly contributes to enhancing the quality of municipal services provided and preparing the sites to be at their best for welcoming visitors during the Eid holidays.
The economic and social impact of public facility development
The importance of these preparations extends beyond mere entertainment, encompassing far-reaching positive impacts at both the local and regional levels. Socially, the parks and gardens provide a natural haven that strengthens family and community bonds during the Eid celebrations. Economically, the influx of tourists and visitors positively impacts local commerce, supporting the accommodation, restaurant, and small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) sectors. These municipal efforts align closely with the objectives of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, specifically the Quality of Life Program, which aims to elevate the level of public services and facilities, provide diverse recreational options that meet the aspirations of citizens and residents, and position Al-Baha on the regional tourism map as a preferred destination for families.
Continuity of work to ensure quality of services
At the conclusion of his tour, Dr. Al-Sawat emphasized the need for continued and intensified field efforts by all working teams. He stressed the importance of ongoing routine maintenance and continuous, round-the-clock monitoring throughout the holiday period to ensure that public facilities remain at the highest levels of readiness. Providing comprehensive and distinguished municipal services not only meets the needs of visitors but also reflects the civilized and honorable image of the Al-Baha region and underscores the municipality's commitment to its vital role in serving the community and developing the tourism and entertainment sector in the Kingdom.
