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Public utilities projects, including the construction of roads, street lighting and water
supply, as well the establishment of modern Government department headquarters
were among early phases of the city’s infrastructure growth. In particular,
the introduction of motor vehicles came to play a major role in the life of many
inhabitants.
1. Qaisariyat Ibn Kulaib, or Souq Ashaiqer, opposite the niche (Mihrab) of the
Grand Mosque, separated by Ibn Suwailem Road – Mid 1380’s H (1960”s) .
2. The Old Airport Road, with some Government Ministry offices - Mid 1380’s H
(1960’s) - Source: Saudi Aramco .
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