Saudi Ski Resort Races Against Winter Games Deadline
Saudi Ski Resort Races Against Winter Games Deadline
US · Published Aug 30, 2025
Saudi Arabia's Trojena ski resort, part of the NEOM megacity, aims to host the 2029 Asian Winter Games.
The project faces major construction, logistical, and environmental challenges, leading to potential delays.
South Korea and China are being considered as backup hosts due to concerns about Trojena's completion timeline.
Saudi Arabia's NEOM project races against time
Saudi Arabia's ambitious NEOM project, featuring the Trojena ski resort, is racing against time to meet the 2029 Asian Winter Games deadline. Trojena, envisioned as a premier desert ski destination, is a key component of the $8.8 trillion NEOM megacity. The resort is planned to include 30 kilometers of ski runs, relying on artificial snow to create a winter wonderland in the desert. A man-made lake is also central to the resort's design, promising a unique and luxurious experience for visitors.
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