Winter at Tantora Festival Highlights Cultural and Popular Heritage of AlUla

For six weeks, the old town of AlUla comes alive with unique events showcasing heritage, culture, and art
For six weeks, the old town of AlUla comes alive with unique events showcasing heritage, culture, and art
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Winter at Tantora Festival Highlights Cultural and Popular Heritage of AlUla

For six weeks, the old town of AlUla comes alive with unique events showcasing heritage, culture, and art
For six weeks, the old town of AlUla comes alive with unique events showcasing heritage, culture, and art

The Winter at Tantora festival, organized by AlUla Moments, celebrates the cultural and historical heritage of the region.

For six weeks, the old town of AlUla comes alive with unique events showcasing heritage, culture, and art, the Saudi Press Agency reported Saturday. The festival aims to introduce guests to this rich tradition passed down through generations.

The Winter at Tantora festival is held annually and is one of the most prominent events in the Kingdom.

Each festival edition surprises guests by merging classic elements with new and innovative additions, providing an exceptional and unforgettable experience.



Japan Crown Prince, Princess Visit Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka

Japanese Crown Prince Akishino and his wife, Crown Princess Kiko, visit the Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. (SPA)
Japanese Crown Prince Akishino and his wife, Crown Princess Kiko, visit the Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. (SPA)
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Japan Crown Prince, Princess Visit Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka

Japanese Crown Prince Akishino and his wife, Crown Princess Kiko, visit the Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. (SPA)
Japanese Crown Prince Akishino and his wife, Crown Princess Kiko, visit the Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. (SPA)

Japanese Crown Prince Akishino and his wife, Crown Princess Kiko, who are the honorary presidents of Expo 2025 Osaka, visited the Saudi Pavilion participating in the global event, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Tuesday.

Saudi Ambassador to Japan and Commissioner General of the Saudi Arabia Pavilion Ghazi Binzagr welcomed the Crown Prince and Princess of Japan upon their arrival. He commended the visit, saying it highlights the deep, historical, and friendly relations between Saudi Arabia and Japan. He emphasized the pivotal role of the expo in fostering human connection and dialogue among nations.

The ambassador briefed the Japanese Crown Prince and Princess on the pavilion's components, including a model for Expo 2030 Riyadh. They viewed creative elements reflecting Saudi cultural identity and future aspirations and received commemorative gifts inspired by the heritage of AlUla, which features the first Saudi site to be included on the UN Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage List.

Saudi-Japanese relations have seen rapid development over the past decades. In 1981, Saudi Arabia witnessed the first visit from the Japanese Imperial House, followed by another visit in 1994.

In 2017, the Saudi-Japan Vision 2030 initiative came to light, yielding over 80 joint projects across various fields, including renewable energy, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and healthcare, thereby strengthening the two countries' strategic partnership.

The visit by the Crown Prince and Princess of Japan to the pavilion is part of their participation in the official Japan Day ceremony at Expo 2025 Osaka. It coincides with the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Japan, which falls on June 7, 2025. This historic occasion represents a significant milestone in the ongoing partnership based on mutual respect, cultural exchange, and constructive diplomatic cooperation.