Jeddah Book Fair Concludes with Participation of Over 1,000 Publishing Houses

The fair was held under the theme "Harbors of Culture." SPA
The fair was held under the theme "Harbors of Culture." SPA
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Jeddah Book Fair Concludes with Participation of Over 1,000 Publishing Houses

The fair was held under the theme "Harbors of Culture." SPA
The fair was held under the theme "Harbors of Culture." SPA

The Jeddah Book Fair 2023, held at the Jeddah Superdome with the participation of over 1,000 local, Arab, and international publishing houses distributed over 400 pavilions, was brought to a close on Saturday evening by Saudi Arabia’s Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission (LPTC).

The fair was held under the theme "Harbors of Culture."

The CEO of the LPTC, Dr. Mohammed Hassan Alwan, expressed his gratitude to the Saudi leadership for its unwavering support of the culture sector.

He also praised the guidance and follow-up of the Minister of Culture, Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan.

The Jeddah Book Fair was the fourth book fair in the Kingdom and the last to be held this year within the "Book Fairs" initiative.
Over the course of the past 10 days, the Jeddah Book Fair presented a comprehensive and integrated knowledge journey through a cultural program of more than 80 events.



British Explorer Alice Morrison Arrives in AlUla

Morrison visited AlUla Old Town, toured its historical alleys - SPA
Morrison visited AlUla Old Town, toured its historical alleys - SPA
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British Explorer Alice Morrison Arrives in AlUla

Morrison visited AlUla Old Town, toured its historical alleys - SPA
Morrison visited AlUla Old Town, toured its historical alleys - SPA

British explorer and television presenter Alice Morrison, who is embarking on a historic adventure to cross the Kingdom on foot from the far north to the far south, has arrived in AlUla.

This leg of the trip marks the halfway point of the first phase of her five-month journey, which began on January 1. She will travel 2,500 km with local guides on camels, traversing the kingdom's vast deserts, lush oases, and towering mountains, SPA reported.
Morrison visited AlUla Old Town, toured its historical alleys, and discovered its time-honored stories during her trip. She expressed her deep admiration for AlUla's charm, describing it as an exceptional place that combines nature with ancient history, making it one of the world's most important destinations for discovery.
She said that she enjoyed acquiring many diverse handicrafts reflecting the rich Saudi heritage. She also stressed that these crafts carry the creativity of local artisans and express the authenticity of Saudi culture.