Take your game to the skies.
Saudi has been introducing record-breaking attractions with the latest one being a sports tower – and it’s coming right to the Saudi capital.
That’s right, Riyadh’s Sports Boulevard project is getting a whole new global sports tower of its own.
The designs for the exciting tower were revealed on Wednesday July 2024 after being approved by His Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Council of Economic and Development Affairs.
Part of the mega-ambitious Saudi Vision 2030 project, the global sports tower is set to be the world’s tallest sports tower and will seamlessly blend athleticism with technology.
Here’s everything you need to know about the exciting new landmark.
Sports Boulevard: Global Sports Tower
Part of the larger Sports Boulevard project, a 135-kilometre-long linear park opening in Riyadh offering a unique blend of sports, culture, art and more, the Global Sports Tower will be the tallest sports tower in the world, with one of thr world’s highest running tracks at 250m and the highest indoor climbing wall at 98 metres.
Set to be the first tower of its kind, the space will pierce the city’s skyline at 130 metres (that’s a lot of floors), and aims to play a significant role in enhancing the quality of life in Riyadh. The Sports Boulevard will be a unique destination that integrates all aspects of life. The project will bring forth a futuristic urban environment, promising to positively influence the Kingdom’s economy and elevate its international standing.
Global Sports Tower location
While the official location of the tower has not yet been revealed, it is known that it will be a landmark in the sprawling Sports Boulevard.
Global Sports Tower opening date
No opening date for the tower has been announced yet, but keep an eye on Time Out for the latest details.
Global Sports Tower amenities
With a total internal area of 84,000 square metres, the tower will include over 30 different sports facilities and the world’s tallest indoor climbing wall at 98 metres. The wall will offer opportunities for climbers from all levels, from beginner to professional.
The top of the Global Sports Tower will house the world’s highest running track at 250 metres. What’s more, it will have a fully digitised circuit across 250 metres. Talk about working out with stunning views.
Riyadh Sports Boulevard
It is set to the longest linear park in the world. Spread over 135 kilometres. The open-air space will offer secure green walkways for bicyclists, runners, horseback riders and pedestrians.
Up to 50 diverse sports facilities and more than 4.4 million square metres of open space are part of the proposal. There are also a number of distinct locations and investment zones, with an overall area over three million square metres.
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More sporty excitement in Saudi
With news about the city of play that will be bringing the breath-taking Prince Mohammad bin Salman stadium situated atop the Tuwaiq cliffs, the sporting fun doesn’t stop there in Saudi.
Not only will Qiddiya become the new home-ground for Riyadh’s SPL teams Al Nassr and Al Hilal, it will also become the official hosts of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix with the Qiddiya racetrack where you’ll be able to catch the GOAT himself Sir Lewis Hamilton break yet another record.
Opening soon. Sports Boulevard, sportsboulevard.com.
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