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Saudi Post Issues Stamp to Commemorate AlUla World Archaeology Summit

The Saudi Post (SPL) issued on Thursday a commemorative stamp of SAR3 on the occasion of the AlUla World Archeology Summit. (SPA)
The Saudi Post (SPL) issued on Thursday a commemorative stamp of SAR3 on the occasion of the AlUla World Archeology Summit. (SPA)
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Saudi Post Issues Stamp to Commemorate AlUla World Archaeology Summit

The Saudi Post (SPL) issued on Thursday a commemorative stamp of SAR3 on the occasion of the AlUla World Archeology Summit. (SPA)
The Saudi Post (SPL) issued on Thursday a commemorative stamp of SAR3 on the occasion of the AlUla World Archeology Summit. (SPA)

The Saudi Post (SPL) issued on Thursday a commemorative stamp of SAR3 on the occasion of the AlUla World Archeology Summit.

The summit is being organized by the Royal Commission for AlUla, attracting over 300 participants, including government officials, scholars, and specialists from all over the world.

The AlUla World Archeology Summit is being held from September 13 to 15 at AlUla's Maraya Hall.

Saudi Post stamps are issued based on the most significant national or international events and occasions, making them an ideal choice for stamp collectors and historians worldwide.

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Hayy Matsuri in Jeddah Celebrates Japanese Culture

A group of tourists look at chopsticks products at the Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo on January 10, 2025. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP)
A group of tourists look at chopsticks products at the Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo on January 10, 2025. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP)
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Hayy Matsuri in Jeddah Celebrates Japanese Culture

A group of tourists look at chopsticks products at the Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo on January 10, 2025. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP)
A group of tourists look at chopsticks products at the Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo on January 10, 2025. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP)

The second edition of the Japanese Hayy Matsuri cultural festival, held under the theme "Saudi Celebrates Japan," was inaugurated on Thursday in Hayy Jameel, Jeddah.
The festival, which runs until January 11, aims to enhance cultural exchange between Saudi Arabia and Japan, emphasizing the vital role of art in fostering communication and promoting mutual understanding among cultures.
This year's festival provides a cohesive cultural experience that blends tradition with creativity. It features a diverse range of activities, including musical performances by both Saudi and Japanese artists, with highlights such as the Kingdom's premiere of "Electronicos Fantasticos!" and performances by Daisuke Tanabe.

Visitors can also participate in interactive workshops to explore the arts of origami, Japanese calligraphy, and Ikebana, the art of flower arrangement.
In addition to live performances, the festival includes screenings of Japanese manga and films, traditional tea ceremonies, and a variety of anime-related projects. Attendees can also enjoy cosplay competitions, a board games zone, printmaking activations, and traditional live demonstrations celebrating Japanese cultural and artistic practices.
A cultural market showcasing over 30 vendors offers products inspired by Japanese culture and authentic Japanese cuisine, allowing visitors to experience the rich flavors of historical Japanese culinary traditions.
The festival celebrates the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Japan, reflecting the profound cultural ties between the two nations. It fosters mutual understanding and creates connections through cultural and artistic exchange.