Saudi Arabia is constructing King Salman Park, a monumental green space set to open in 2026. Covering 16.6 square kilometers, the park will be five times larger than New York’s Central Park, making it one of the largest urban parks in the world and a major centerpiece of Riyadh’s transformation. • The park will include lakes, gardens, art pavilions, sports facilities, theaters, and over one million new trees. • Its vast green areas will improve air quality, reduce heat, and support Riyadh’s clim