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“The reflections give an overwhelming balance and a deep sense of the connection of human heritage with nature and its intertwining and harmonizing together, which provides us with the responsibility of protecting our human culture that is combined with the exceptional nature of AlUla.” “This unique edifice makes us think about the unique landscape of the geological saga, the radical abstraction of the enchanting environment of AlUla, and the uncommon incursions for man in the natural landscape. “We are proud to celebrate the opening of Maraya Concert Hall, and we thank our partners, experts, engineers, and architects, who worked day and night to create this astounding monument in the heart of the marvelous desert environment of AlUla,” he added.ĭesigner Florian Boje, of Gio Forma, said: “As evident in the architecture of the Nabataeans, Maraya Concert Hall was created utilizing segmentation and (by) sculpting the blocks. The mirrored hall is a global platform where nature, culture, and human heritage coexist in harmony. “We have developed Maraya Concert Hall as a hub for world events, concerts, celebrations, gatherings, and business conventions.

Its extraordinary facade was unveiled at a special ceremony organized by the Royal Commission for AlUla during the second season of the Winter at Tantora festival.

The building has been described as a ‘site-specific landmark’ of true ‘land-art architecture.’.

Maraya (meaning mirrors in Arabic) has been dubbed the ‘mirrored wonder’ due to the giant sheets of glass attached to its structure, which reflect AlUla’s breathtaking landscape.Īmr Al-Madani, CEO of the Royal Commission for AlUla, said: “AlUla is a cultural heritage to the world, and this step comes in fulfillment of AlUla’s vision, to create a regional and global cultural center. A total of 9,740 square meters of mirrors cover the exterior walls of the cube-shaped structure reflecting the picturesque surroundings of AlUla, a landscape that has captivated artists and architects from the Nabataean civilization through to the present day. Located in Wadi Ashaar, near the volcanic freeway, the hall is equipped with the latest theatrical and operatic sound systems. The festival began its artistic journey with a performance by the renowned Moroccan singer Aziza Jalal, who surprised fans with a return after a 35-year hiatus. The 500-seat venue has hosted leading international artists, including Egyptian musician Omar Khairat and Italian opera singer Andrea Bocelli. The building has been described as a “site-specific landmark” of true “land-art architecture,” and its extraordinary facade was unveiled at a special ceremony organized by the Royal Commission for AlUla during the second season of the Winter at Tantora festival.

This includes Hegra, the first historical site in Saudi Arabia to be included on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites. Maraya (meaning mirrors in Arabic) has been dubbed the “mirrored wonder” due to the giant sheets of glass attached to its structure, which reflect AlUla’s breathtaking landscape. And as an artist, I feel a sense of belonging and connection – with nature, with humanity, with the magic of this special place," Keys said about the region in an interview with Harper's Bazaar Arabia.RIYADH: The magnificent Maraya Concert Hall in the northwestern Saudi province of AlUla has set a Guinness record for the largest mirrored building in the world. I feel the future emerging in a way I was never aware of before. "There is no denying the beauty and enchantment of AlUla, I have always been an explorer and I adore discovering ancient places and what has been left behind of times long gone. Built with 9,740 square meters of mirrored glass, it is the current Guinness World Record holder for the largest mirror building globally. The show will be held next to AlUla's picturesque desert landscape, and Al Maraya Concert Hall itself is just as majestic. Une publication partagée par Alicia Keys expressed her enjoyment in performing her One Night Only shows across the globe in what she described as “special once-in-a-lifetime locations.,” explaining how excited she was to have AlUla added to places she has performed.