Jusoor Exhibition Draws over 50,000 Visitors in Morocco

The Jusoor (Bridges) Exhibition has drawn over 50,000 visitors since its launch in Morocco on December 13. (SPA)
The Jusoor (Bridges) Exhibition has drawn over 50,000 visitors since its launch in Morocco on December 13. (SPA)
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Jusoor Exhibition Draws over 50,000 Visitors in Morocco

The Jusoor (Bridges) Exhibition has drawn over 50,000 visitors since its launch in Morocco on December 13. (SPA)
The Jusoor (Bridges) Exhibition has drawn over 50,000 visitors since its launch in Morocco on December 13. (SPA)

The Jusoor (Bridges) Exhibition has drawn over 50,000 visitors since its launch in Morocco on December 13.

The exhibition is organized by the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance in cooperation with the Moroccan Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs at the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca.

Visitors are briefed on the common pavilions and digital applications between Saudi Arabia and Morocco, such as the King Fahd Complex for the Printing of the Holy Quran.

The VR Technology Pavilion allows visitors to virtually visit the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque.

They can view documentaries about the construction stages of the Grand Mosque in the holy city of Makkah.

The exhibition runs through December 31.



King Abdulaziz Camel Festival Showcases Traditional Camel-Related Tools

The Saudi Heritage Commission's dedicated pavilion showcases the traditional tools. SPA
The Saudi Heritage Commission's dedicated pavilion showcases the traditional tools. SPA
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King Abdulaziz Camel Festival Showcases Traditional Camel-Related Tools

The Saudi Heritage Commission's dedicated pavilion showcases the traditional tools. SPA
The Saudi Heritage Commission's dedicated pavilion showcases the traditional tools. SPA

A Saudi Heritage Commission pavilion at the King Abdulaziz Camel Festival is showcasing important tools that Arabs had traditionally used in their daily interactions with camels, namely "Al-shaddad" and "Al-ja'ed," to introduce their historical significance to visitors.
Al-shaddad, a wooden structure placed on the camel's hump, serves as a seat for the shepherd. It also functions as a holder for saddles and two connected wool bags.
Al-ja'ed refers to tanned leather, stripped of its hair, that covers Al-shaddad, shielding from the sun's heat or cold weather. Characterized by vibrant colors and intricate engravings adorned with fringes, Al-ja'ed exemplifies the artistry and craftsmanship of past generations.
The Heritage Commission's dedicated pavilion showcasing these traditional tools provides visitors with the opportunity to learn about their historical importance and understand their integral role in the lives of past generations.
By preserving and displaying these artifacts, the festival aims to maintain the enduring connection between camels and the cultural identity of the nation.