Historic houses anchor Farasan Islands’ cultural legacy

FARASAN ISLANDS: The Farsani architectural style of the Farasan Islands in southwestern Saudi Arabia represents a distinctive urban model rooted in deep history and rich cultural heritage. It reflects the islands’ identity and collective memory shaped by the sea and daily life, according to a Saudi Press Agency report. The architectural style’s distinctiveness is evident in building elements that combine simplicity and beauty, using local materials such as coral stone and gypsum.