TDT | Manama The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com In implementation of the Royal Order of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, to preserve the historical and cultural identity of Bahrain's buildings and cities, to renovate the Isa Al Kabeer Palace, and to develop
TDT | Manama
The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com
In implementation of the Royal Order of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, to preserve the historical and cultural identity of Bahrain’s buildings and cities, to renovate the Isa Al Kabeer Palace, and to develop Muharraq in a way that preserves its storied identity, the Deputy King, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, today visited the Isa Al Kabeer Palace, the Pearling Path, and historic and traditional houses in Muharraq.
The visit marked the implementation of the Muharraq Development Plan, and the plan to preserve the historical and cultural identity of Bahrain’s buildings and cities.
His Royal Highness affirmed that Muharraq, as HM the King expressed, is the "Mother of Cities," a place rich with authenticity and heritage.
HRH the Deputy King affirmed that Muharraq and its people hold a special place in the hearts of all Bahrainis and its people carry inspirational stories that have become intertwined with the Kingdom’s history, making them a source of pride and role models for future generations.
During the visit to the Isa Al Kabeer Palace, His Royal Highness was briefed on the Muharraq Development Plan, which aligns with HM the King’s Royal Order.
The development plan is based on five pillars: preserving the historical identity of Muharraq, providing housing units that meet the requirements of Bahraini families, preserving heritage buildings, increasing and diversifying the greenery in the governorate, and developing infrastructure services and public facilities.
In this regard, HRH the Deputy King directed the immediate commencement of the Muharraq Development Plan’s procedures which encompasses acquisitions, detailed designs, and implementation of the plan.
His Royal Highness also directed the completion of the Pearling Path project.
HRH the Deputy King affirmed that the government is honoured to assume the responsibility of implementing the Royal Orders to preserve the historical and cultural identity of the buildings and cities of Bahrain. This will include all the governorates of Bahrain in accordance with HM the King’s wishes, achieving the aspirations of the Bahraini people.
The area under development in Muharraq spans 1.4 million square metres and will feature green spaces covering an area of 12,000 square metres, heritage buildings, alongside new and renovated housing units, as well as multi-storey car parks, standard car parks, and walkways.
His Royal Highness was accompanied by His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isa bin Salman Charity Educational Endowment, the Deputy Prime Minister, HE Shaikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, the Minister of Interior, HE General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, and a number of senior officials.
