Renowned Sculptures, Artworks on Display at Boulevard City in Riyadh

A designated area within the Boulevard City has been assigned for the presentation of these imaginative art pieces - SPA
A designated area within the Boulevard City has been assigned for the presentation of these imaginative art pieces - SPA
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Renowned Sculptures, Artworks on Display at Boulevard City in Riyadh

A designated area within the Boulevard City has been assigned for the presentation of these imaginative art pieces - SPA
A designated area within the Boulevard City has been assigned for the presentation of these imaginative art pieces - SPA

The Boulevard City, one of the zones of Riyadh Season 2023, has been transformed into an art exhibition, featuring renowned sculptures and artworks.

A designated area within the Boulevard City has been assigned for the presentation of these imaginative art pieces.

Visitors are encouraged to take photographs and closely examine the intricate details of the sculptures and other artistic installations.

The exhibited artworks draw inspiration from the realm of wildlife, portraying vivid imagery of elephants and kangaroos. Placed at an accessible level alongside the benches in the Garden area, these sculptures allow visitors to engage with the artwork intimately and gain insights into the intricacies of these wildlife representations.

According to SPA, these works of art present ideas that combine creative models, elements of fun, and the classic style of sculpture, which contributes to giving visitors a glimpse into the details of this distinctive art, and the efforts being made in many parts of the world to support endangered species, such as rhinos and gorillas.



Saudi Culture Ministry Participates in Jordan’s Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts

Saudi Culture Ministry Participates in Jordan’s Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts
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Saudi Culture Ministry Participates in Jordan’s Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts

Saudi Culture Ministry Participates in Jordan’s Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts

The Saudi Ministry of Culture is participating in the 38th Jerash Festival in Jordan’s ancient city of Jerash from July 24 to August 3.
The ministry will present a variety of cultural activities through three cultural agencies, reflecting the rich cultural and artistic diversity of the Kingdom, SPA reported.

The Theater and Performing Arts Commission will participate with performing-arts groups from several Saudi regions, showcasing traditional arts such as Al-Hajini, Al-Dahha, Al-Samri, Al-Khamari, and Al-Rabash on the festival's main stage.
The Heritage Commission will have a specialized pavilion for "Year of the Camel 2024," a digital photo exhibition showcasing the prominent UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Saudi Arabia, and another exhibition showcasing the Kingdom's architectural heritage sites through virtual-reality technologies. The pavilion will also display traditional crafts by a group of Saudi artisans using innovative methods, including palm crafts, pottery, Asiri weaving, bead making, jewelry crafting, and woodworking.
The Music Commission will participate with a pavilion at the international exhibition site, introducing the Saudi "Turooq" initiative to preserve traditional Saudi performing music and the Saudi Music Memory initiative through interactive screens. The commission will also organize a cultural exchange show titled "Turooq Meets the World" at the Sound and Light Theater of the festival. The show will feature musical performances that blend Saudi musical heritage with the musical traditions of participating countries.
The Ministry of Culture's participation in the iconic cultural festival is part of its efforts to highlight Saudi Arabia's cultural renaissance on regional and global levels, promote the rich and diverse cultural heritage of the Kingdom, and strengthen frameworks for cooperation and cultural exchange between Saudi Arabia and countries worldwide, in line with the targets of the National Cultural Strategy derived from the ambitious Vision 2030.