Saudi Arabia Participates in Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts in Jordan

The festival will be held in the ancient city of Jerash
The festival will be held in the ancient city of Jerash
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Saudi Arabia Participates in Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts in Jordan

The festival will be held in the ancient city of Jerash
The festival will be held in the ancient city of Jerash

Saudi Arabia is participating in the 37th edition of the Jerash Festival of Culture and Arts in Jordan, which will be held in the ancient city of Jerash from July 26 to August 5, with the participation of several Arab artists and performing teams.

The Kingdom is represented by three cultural commissions, which will display the Saudi cultural heritage and tradition at the iconic festival, including folklore dances and performing arts.

Three teams from the Theater and Performing Arts Commission will perform folklore arts at the festival from July 27 to 30, reflecting the Kingdom's diverse traditions, including Samri, Al-Dahha and Al-Khutwah.

Accompanied by the Saudi National Orchestra and Choir, a women's team from the commission will be performing the folkloric dance of Samri and Al-Khutwah at the festival in addition to three performers of the Hakawati (bard) art.

The Kingdom's participation at the annual festival falls with the Culture Ministry's efforts to promote the presence of Saudi cultural heritage at Arab and global events and to enhance cultural relations and exchange with various countries in line with the objectives of the Saudi Vision 2030.



Diriyah Company Showcases Saudi Heritage in Beijing

Diriyah Company Showcases Saudi Heritage in Beijing
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Diriyah Company Showcases Saudi Heritage in Beijing

Diriyah Company Showcases Saudi Heritage in Beijing

Diriyah Company is presenting Saudi heritage and culture to a global audience at its Visit Saudi pavilion, part of the Saudi Travel Festival held in Tian-Tan Park in Beijing, China.

The festival is part of a worldwide promotional campaign and was inaugurated by Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb on October 17.

In a statement on Saturday, Diriyah Company said the Diriyah pavilion provides visitors with unique interactive experiences, and showcases Saudi hospitality by offering the traditional Saudi coffee and dates.

It also invites visitors to don the Bisht Al-Barqa, one of the most prominent traditional men's costumes in Diriyah and to take a souvenir photograph with a backdrop of Diriyah.

Visitors are able to participate in artistic activities, utilizing clay and exploring the art of Arabic calligraphy against a backdrop that embodies Saudi heritage, and music played on the oud.

The Saudi Travel Festival, which kicked off on October 18 and continues until October 26, aims to increase awareness about Saudi Arabia's tourist and historical destinations, and rich culture. The event will highlight the Kingdom’s cultural diversity and rich history.

The exhibition features engaging activities, including travel packages that allow visitors to explore the Kingdom's most significant historical and tourist attractions, including Diriyah, as well as immerse themselves in enriching experiences in the Kingdom.