From September 13 to 15, the inaugural AlUla World Archaeology Summit will take place at the mirrored marvel of AlUla, Maraya.
Conceptualised and brought to life by the visionary efforts of the Royal Commission for AlUla, this exclusive, invitation-only event is poised to transcend the boundaries between conserving and promoting iconic architectural areas and places of heritage.
The first summit of its kind to be held in AlUla, the event will play host to a distinguished assembly of sixty international speakers, and the summit will discuss a number of topics under the themes of Identity, Resilience, Ruinscapes, and Accessibility.
This unique summit promises to weave an engaging tapestry of insights and dialogues, in the surrounds of arguably one of the most unique and culturally rich locations in the Kingdom.
AlUla is a location that offers a unique balance between incredible natural architecture and UNESCO recognised sites, sitting alongside ancient structures and villages and nestled between modern, luxury oases of escape. And, the Maraya building itself is an interesting location - an angular, squared and mirror clad building, that maintains a surreal simplicity as it reflects the natural rock formations, and red desert sands back into the environment.
Drawing opinions and recommendations from an array of industries, the sixty speakers form an intricate mosaic representing a rich spectrum of disciplines including archaeology, media, and entrepreneurship. Their collective endeavours are set to focus on a narrative of the evolving of advancements in both archaeology and technology.
While the event remains an exclusive affair, catering to a select group of attendee, the results, revelations, and pivotal takeaways that stem from the summit's discussions will be shared publicly.
