As Saudi Arabia's oil wealth surged in the 20th century, sweeping development projects reshaped Mecca. Keyi Rubath was demolished three times, the final time in the early 1970s.

Cameras similar to those used by Susie Keef Smith are seen on display as a part of the "Postcards from Mecca" exhibit at the Hi-Desert Nature Museum in Yucca Valley, Calif., Friday, Sept. 16, 2022.

He added that an interactive digital version of the map has also been launched and can be accessed through the “Discover Mecca” page on the Commission’s official website.

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