King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD)

As KAFD continued to evolve as a modern, integrated district, the focus extended beyond architecture to the overall urban experience.

At the heart of this vision was the KAFD Skyway Network, an elevated pedestrian system designed to seamlessly connect the district’s buildings and public spaces while offering protection from traffic and extreme weather conditions in the city.

The question was:

Could this functional urban solution also become a globally recognized symbol of innovation?

Through Guinness World Records™ Consultancy Services, the KAFD Skyway Network was assessed against official record criteria, with clear guidance on measurement requirements and evidence submission.

Following full verification and compliance, the achievement was confirmed. In July 2025, KAFD was awarded the Guinness World Records title for:

Largest continuous pedestrian skyway network, measuring 15.46 km.

The recognition positions KAFD as a global benchmark in large-scale, human-centric urban design, demonstrating how mobility, sustainability, and architecture can come together in one cohesive system.

Today, the KAFD Skyway Network stands as a world-renowned symbol of Riyadh’s transformation, a city investing in smarter mobility, sustainable urban planning, and human-centric design.

It also contributes to shaping future urban development, inspiring architects and city planners to rethink how connected environments enhance everyday life.