Saudi Arabia is gearing up to make visiting the Cave of Hira a breeze with an exciting new cable car system set to launch by 2025

This project is all about making it easier for pilgrims and visitors to reach the historic cave located on Makkah’s Jabal Al Noor, a mountain that stands about 634 meters above sea level. The cave, which is about 4 kilometers from the Grand Mosque, is a significant religious site where the Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) received his first revelation.

The cable car system is just one piece of a larger development plan

Alongside this, Makkah will see the completion of the Hira Cultural District, the opening of three new museums in Jabal Omar, and the launch of the Mount Thor Cultural District, which promises to offer a variety of new services and attractions. All these developments are scheduled to debut in 2025, transforming the area into a vibrant cultural and historical hub.

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah highlights the importance of both Mount Al Noor and the Cave of Hira in Islamic history

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Known as the Mountain of Light, Jabal Al Noor has a unique camel-hump shape and steep slopes. The cave, though small and able to fit only five people, holds immense significance for Muslims. While getting there used to involve a challenging climb, recent upgrades, including a paved road, have made it more accessible.

Fawaz Al-Muhrej, CEO of Samaya Investment Company, shared that preparations are in full swing for the cable car system.

By 2025, this new transport link will make reaching the Cave of Hira easier and more convenient than ever before