Magna: Luxury Coastal Region
NEOM Region with a focus on natural heritage and sustainable development
Magna is one of the key regions of the NEOM project, Saudi Arabia’s futuristic megaproject aimed at creating a smart and sustainable city of the future. Magna occupies an important place in the NEOM strategy, combining natural resources, eco-tourism and cultural heritage. The region is conceived as an area where advanced technology and sustainable development are integrated with a rich historical and natural context.
NEOM Region with a focus on natural heritage and sustainable development
Magna is one of the key regions of the NEOM project, Saudi Arabia’s futuristic megaproject aimed at creating a smart and sustainable city of the future. Magna occupies an important place in the NEOM strategy, combining natural resources, eco-tourism and cultural heritage. The region is conceived as an area where advanced technology and sustainable development are integrated with a rich historical and natural context.
Location and natural features
Magna is located in the north-west of Saudi Arabia, along the Red Sea coast, and is characterised by its unique landscape. The region is surrounded by scenic mountain ranges, desert plains and the crystal clear waters of the Red Sea. This combination makes Magna attractive for the development of eco-tourism and adventure activities such as trekking, diving and wildlife watching.
The region has the advantage of being away from major industrial areas, which keeps nature clean and unspoilt. This makes Magna an ideal location for environmental initiatives aimed at minimising environmental impact and preserving biodiversity.
Historical and cultural heritage
Magna also has a rich cultural and historical heritage. The region is home to archaeological monuments and sites that testify to the long history of the place. Traces of ancient civilisations that existed in what is now Saudi Arabia thousands of years ago can be found here.
By preserving and integrating this heritage into modern infrastructure, Magna aims to become the cultural centre of NEOM, where history meets innovation. Museums, historical trails and cultural centres are planned to attract tourists and researchers from around the world.
Ecological tourism and sustainable development
One of the key objectives of the Magna region is the development of eco-tourism. As part of the sustainable development concept, Magna will offer tourists unique natural routes, allowing them to explore the natural environment with minimal impact on the environment. Special attention will be paid to the use of renewable energy sources, waste minimisation and water conservation.
It is planned that the tourist infrastructure in Magna will meet the highest standards of environmental friendliness. Hotels and resorts will be built taking into account the principles of sustainable construction, using energy-efficient technologies and environmentally friendly materials. In addition, the region will develop programmes to restore and preserve local flora and fauna.
The future of the Magna region
Magna will become an important part of the overall NEOM ecosystem, bringing together advanced technology, natural resources and cultural heritage. The region will attract both tourists and explorers seeking an environmentally friendly and culturally rich holiday experience. Sustainable practices will play an important role in Magna’s development, which will preserve unique natural and cultural resources for future generations.
Thus, Magna will become one of the symbols of a new approach to the development of cities and regions, where the future is built on the basis of respect for nature and history, using the latest achievements of science and technology.
Where is Magna NEOM located?
A strategically located location in the north-western part of the NEOM megaproject, on the Red Sea coast. The region is close to the Saudi border with Jordan and Egypt, providing easy access to important international transport hubs including the Gulf of Aqaba. Magna is surrounded by scenic mountain ranges and sand dunes, creating a unique combination of desert landscapes and coastal areas. This location makes it a key point for eco-tourism and cultural exploration, as well as linking it to other important NEOM locations through a well-developed transport network.
Magna locations
- Epicon
- Norlana
- Siranna
- Utamo
- Aquellum
- Leyja
- Zardun
- Xaynor
- Jaumur
- Elanan
- Gidori
- Treyam