Urban Heritage in the Arabian Peninsula, the Experiences of Jeddah and Dubai

Two metropolises, Jeddah and Dubai, have leveraged their historic city centres for economic development and national identity reinforcement, with UNESCO World Heritage status acting as a catalyst for new planning and conservation policies. In Dubai, the conservation of historic neighbourhoods integrates diverse ethnic communities and boosts tourism, while in Jeddah, preservation efforts focus on revitalizing the private sector to create dynamic urban growth. The study highlights the unique relationship between modern development and heritage in the Arabian Peninsula, emphasizing how these strategies can integrate urban heritage into broader development agendas.

Ricca, S. (2018). Urban Heritage in the Arabian Peninsula, the Experiences of Jeddah and Dubai. Built Heritage, 2(3), 108–122. https://doi.org/10.1186/bf03545713