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King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture Participates in Sharjah Int’l Book Fair

The Sharjah International Book Fair
The Sharjah International Book Fair
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King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture Participates in Sharjah Int’l Book Fair

The Sharjah International Book Fair
The Sharjah International Book Fair

Saudi Arabia’s King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) is taking part in the 42nd edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair, which opened in Sharjah, UAE, on November 1 and will run until November 12.
Ithra’s pavilion at the fair features its library, which is also accessible through virtual reality (VR) technology. Pavilion visitors have the option to register for Ithra's digital library, offering over 43,000 publications in both audio and visual formats in Arabic and English, along with access to more than 7,000 newspapers and magazines.
Free membership to Ithra’s virtual library allows users to easily access its books and publications through the "Libby" and "PressReader" applications.
The Ithra library has witnessed an impressive attendance rate, showcasing its various services and features during its participation in the fair.
Ithra is the diamond sponsor of the Sharjah International Library Conference, organized by the Sharjah International Book Fair for the tenth time in partnership with the American Library Association from November 8 to November 10.

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Winter at Tantora Festival Begins in AlUla

Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)
Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)
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Winter at Tantora Festival Begins in AlUla

Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)
Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)

This year's Winter at Tantora Festival opened Thursday in AlUla, celebrating the region's unique blend of art, culture, and heritage.
The festival, part of ongoing efforts to position AlUla as a premier global tourist destination, will run until January 11. The opening day attracted a large number of visitors who enjoyed a variety of cultural and heritage activities, including live musical performances, art exhibitions, guided tours to archaeological sites, and traditional folk-art displays, said the Saudi Press Agency on Friday.
The festival features a rich program of activities catering to all ages, including workshops, interactive experiences, and culinary events that highlight local cuisine. It also provides an opportunity to explore traditional wedding customs, offering visitors an authentic insight into Saudi culture.
Winter at Tantora is one of the flagship initiatives supporting tourism and heritage as part of the Saudi Vision 2030, and it serves as a platform for cultural exchange, bringing together attendees from around the world.