Tobacco & Shisha Use in
Historic Diriyah

This expert consultation questionnaire gathers professional assessments from heritage specialists, conservators, archaeologists, and cultural practitioners regarding the potential impacts of tobacco and shisha use on the Outstanding Universal Value of Historic Diriyah.

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01Direct Impact

From your area of expertise, does the use of tobacco and shisha pose any direct impact on heritage assets (tangible, intangible, or natural)?

Yes, significant direct impact

Yes, moderate direct impact

Minimal or negligible direct impact

No direct impact

Uncertain / Insufficient evidence

Please elaborate:

02Indirect & Cumulative Impact

What are the potential indirect or cumulative impacts that may arise over time?

03High-Risk Zones & Asset Types

Are there specific zones, settings, or asset types within Historic Diriyah where such activities would be considered high-risk or inappropriate?

At-Turaif District (UNESCO core zone)

Open archaeological excavation areas

Restored mud-brick structures and facades

Natural wadi and palm grove landscape settings

Visitor interpretation and exhibition spaces

Areas of active conservation or restoration works

Ceremonial or culturally significant gathering spaces

All zones within the buffer zone

Additional zones or asset types not listed above:

04Controls & Mitigation

From your perspective, what are the required controls or mitigation measures, if such activities were to be considered?

05Heritage Values Assessment

From a heritage standpoint, do you consider the presence of tobacco and shisha within Historic Diriyah to be appropriate or conflicting with its heritage values and character?

Clearly conflicting — incompatible with the site's heritage values

Largely conflicting — significant concerns exist

Neutral — neither appropriate nor conflicting with proper controls

Largely appropriate — consistent with cultural context

Fully appropriate — no heritage conflict identified

Please provide your professional reasoning:

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Responses are treated as professional expert opinions and used solely for heritage impact assessment. Individual responses may be attributed unless anonymity is specifically requested. By submitting, you consent to the use of your response in the assessment process.