he Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has launched the “AlUla App,” a comprehensive, unified platform that serves as a digital gateway, bringing together services and information in a single destination. The launch forms part of RCU’s ongoing efforts to enhance service delivery, improve quality of life for AlUla's residents and local community.

RCU in collaboration with KAUST, has launched a specialist GPS tracking program for the lappet-faced vulture, as part of its efforts to protect wildlife, deploy scientific research and innovation in the conservation of endangered species, and support ecological studies and the management of protected areas in AlUla.

The AlUla Summer Fruits Season, part of the, will take place from 16 to 22 July 2026, at the AlManshiyah Farmers' Market. The event aims to showcase the diversity of AlUla's agricultural produce, empower local farmers and productive families, and create greater economic opportunities linked to seasonal crops.

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has announced the launch of the "Khayrat AlUla" agricultural season 2026–2027, as part of its efforts to enhance the competitiveness of AlUla's agricultural sector, improve production efficiency, and empower farmers, in support of the governorate's sustainable development objectives and in alignment with the AlUla Vision and Saudi Vision 2030.

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has lifted the suspension on land sales, purchases and related real estate transactions in selected areas of central and southern AlUla. This important step reinforces RCU’s commitment of placing people at the heart of development and creates a more attractive environment for urban investment and sustainable economic growth across AlUla.

In a milestone agreement that reinforces AlUla’s position as a global logistics hub in north-west Saudi Arabia, the Royal Commission for AlUla has signed a partnership with Alliance Aviation Arabia, in the presence of His Excellency Engineer Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, the Minister of Transport and Logistics Services.

The Instagram Creators Summit is set to take place in the historic destination of AlUla from 20th to 22nd April, marking the first-ever event of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa.

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) is participating in the Saudi Media Forum 2025, held in Riyadh from February 19-21, under the theme: "Media in an Evolving World”. This forum gathers leading experts and specialists to discuss the future of media, showcasing its latest developments and digital transformations, and empowering innovators to exchange ideas and experiences.

Half a million trees and shrubs planted in Sharaan Nature Reserve in support of long-term, Kingdom-wide efforts to plant 10 billion trees

Following the United Nations declaration of the first International Day of the Arabian Leopard, on 10 February the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) continues to expand its long-term mission to safeguard the ‘Critically Endangered’ Big Cat species from the physical world into the virtual.

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has expanded its gaming initiative with Quest for Hope, centred on conservation of the Arabian Leopard.

AlUla and Saudi Arabia’s long-standing ties with France, and some of the European nation’s leading institutions, have been further strengthened with the signing of a new far-reaching partnership agreement between Paris-based Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne and the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU).

The 'AlUla, Wonder of Arabia' exhibition held its grand opening ceremony today at the Meridian Gate - West Wing in the Palace Museum, at Beijing’s UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Forbidden City.

AlUla, Saudi Arabia, Day Month Year: The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) will once again attend the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting, taking place in Davos, Switzerland, from 15-19 January.

The Royal Commission for AlUla’s (RCU) strengthened and expanded its longstanding cultural, heritage, and tourism ties with China during two major global cultural forums.

Ground-breaking archaeological research in AlUla County in north-west Saudi Arabia has published the first comprehensive description and analysis of a long-term dwelling type identified in the region during the Neolithic period.

Camel sports enthusiasts, teams, and owners, from the across the region to travel to AlUla for the first edition of these new competitions, each featuring multi-million SAR prize pools

RCU and Henan Provincial Cultural Heritage Administration have signed a strategic partnership on cultural collaboration and heritage preservation as RCU builds its global partnership network and deepens Saudi ties with China.

AlUla’s digital transformation and the Royal Commission for AlUla’s (RCU) tech-based development strategies are being shared with industry leaders, innovators, and investors at this year’s LEAP conference.

First batch of 50 students will be offered specialised training at diploma, bachelor’s or master’s degree level

RCU, the cultural custodian of northwest Arabia, has launched a new, inclusive heritage conservation campaign that aims to deepen and enrich the public’s knowledge, awareness, and desire to protect and uplift AlUla’s ancient history.

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has signed a new strategic partnership with leading Argentine polo team, La Dolfina, that will greatly empower and expand AlUla’s developing status as the number one destination for desert polo among other heritage and equestrian sports.