Salam,
Kiswah is the clothing that covers the "Kaabah" in present Mekkah. Only in 1930s, the factory or facility to produce Kiswah was initiated by Saudi Government. Later in 1972, the new modern factory was officiated by King Fahd Ibn Abd Saud.
Prior to these years, Kiswah was imported from Yemen (South Civilization) and Egypt (Nile Civilization).
This fact shows that present Mekkah is relatively teething and backward in term of industrialization achievement. In short present Mekkah is :
1. Disqualified from Ummul Qura Status Quo
2. Disqualified from "Ancient" Status Quo
3. Lack of Skill Artisan and Skill Manpower and tools, which related to 1
4. A relatively new city center.
Kiswah factory/industry which provide key indicator of civilization status was not exist until 1930s. Any input appreciated.
peace & regards.
