Saudi Culture Ministry Commemorates Conclusion of ‘Year of Arabic Poetry 2023’

The Ministry of Culture
The Ministry of Culture
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Saudi Culture Ministry Commemorates Conclusion of ‘Year of Arabic Poetry 2023’

The Ministry of Culture
The Ministry of Culture

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has celebrated the conclusion of the "Year of Arabic Poetry 2023" initiative, which was supervised by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission (LPTC).
During the celebration ceremony, which was held at Mayadeen Hall – Diriyah and was attended by the CEO of LPTC, Dr. Mohammed Hasan Alwan, and several senior officials, the Commission’s partners who contributed to the programs of the Year of Arabic Poetry were honored.
The "Year of Arabic Poetry 2023" emerged with pride in its authentic Arabic content and its pivotal value in Arab culture throughout the history of the Arabs. It is rooted in the influence of the Arabian Peninsula, which has been a historical home for poetry and poets, serving as a wellspring of literary masterpieces since ancient times.
Through the Year of Arabic Poetry, the Ministry of Culture has endeavored to support Arab poetry, celebrating both its historical and contemporary poets.
This initiative aims to illuminate various poetic genres and purposes while improving its significance in life and society.
The Ministry has achieved this through a series of cultural initiatives, activities, and events held throughout the year.



Saudi Arabia Launches Intangible Cultural Heritage Documentation Project in Al-Ahsa

Saudi Arabia Launches Intangible Cultural Heritage Documentation Project in Al-Ahsa
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Saudi Arabia Launches Intangible Cultural Heritage Documentation Project in Al-Ahsa

Saudi Arabia Launches Intangible Cultural Heritage Documentation Project in Al-Ahsa

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has launched an intangible cultural heritage documentation project in Al-Ahsa Governorate.

The project is one of several the ministry is working on to document and digitize the memory of Saudi culture and preserve the rich fabric of the Kingdom's cultural heritage.
According to SPA, the project includes conducting a comprehensive survey of Al-Ahsa's intangible cultural heritage elements, including knowledge and practices related to nature, oral traditions, performing arts, social practices, craftsmanship skills in cultural industries, and traditional arts.

These elements will be digitally documented to preserve the governorate's rich cultural heritage.
Through this project, the Ministry of Culture seeks to instill pride in the Kingdom's cultural identity and achieve the National Culture Strategy's objectives under the Saudi Vision 2030.