The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque launched smart interactive maps on February 25, 2026. The service provides real-time information and updated routes for visitors and Umrah performers. It supports safe mobility within the Two Holy Mosques.
Launch Details
CEO Eng. Ghazi Al-Shahrani stated that the smart interactive maps offer location-based guidance. The maps connect to operations rooms for live data. This setup directs visitors to suitable routes during congestion or closures.
Director of Business Solutions Eng. Waheeb Al-Mutrafi noted that the maps handle location-based reports. They speed access to electric carts using ticket numbers. A smart platform uses verified field data from several months.
Smart Interactive Maps Features
The system includes over 950 points of interest across 13 service categories. It features more than 650 QR codes. The technology generates over 100,000 dynamic paths, optimized automatically based on crowd movement.
The pilot phase integrated with the color coding and metric addressing system. This divides the mosques into clear geographic zones for smart operations. The launch occurred with Deputy CEO for Digital Transformation Dr. Mohammed Al-Saqr present.
“The smart interactive maps represent spatial guidance within the Two Holy Mosques.”
Eng. Ghazi Al-Shahrani, CEO
Digital Transformation Efforts
The authority employs smart devices and digital tools to serve worshippers. This initiative forms part of broader apps and software advancements. It links to an integrated digital ecosystem.
Moreover, the maps enhance operational efficiency. They improve service quality for pilgrims. The authority verified data over months before deployment.
Future Developments
Dr. Mohammed Al-Saqr stated that the pilot marks a cornerstone for multi-year development. Teams plan additional use cases in 2026. The service supports tourism and visitor management in holy sites.
Consequently, the maps will evolve with new features. They aim to handle peak visitor times better. This aligns with ongoing digital transformation in the region.
In addition, real-time updates from operations ensure reliability. Worshippers gain better navigation during high-density periods. The initiative covers both mosques comprehensively.