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Jizan, July 02, 2026, SPA — Jazan Region marked World Architecture Day, observed annually on July 1, by highlighting its four distinctive architectural styles under the Saudi Architecture initiative, which aims to consolidate national urban identity through styles derived from the geographical, climatic, and cultural characteristics of each region. The Jazan Municipality hosts four of the 19 architectural styles recognized nationwide: Tihama coast, Tihama foothills, Sarawat Mountains, and Farasan Islands architecture. Spokesperson at the municipality Eng. Fahd Al-Ahmari stated that Tihama coast architecture reflects simplicity and harm