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Saudi Cultural Mission Hosts Indiana University Students for Intercultural Exchange

Saudi Cultural Mission Hosts Indiana University Students for Intercultural Exchange
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Saudi Cultural Mission Hosts Indiana University Students for Intercultural Exchange

Saudi Cultural Mission Hosts Indiana University Students for Intercultural Exchange

The Saudi Arabian Cultural Mission (SACM) in the US welcomed on Monday a delegation of students from Indiana University Bloomington, as part of the Arabic Language Program to enhance communication and exchange of ideas between different cultures.
The delegation was welcomed by the Cultural Attaché at Saudi Arabia’s embassy in Washington Dr. Fawzi Bukhari.
The delegation toured the King Abdullah Cultural Hall and was briefed on the exhibits portraying Saudi culture, SPA reported.
It expressed admiration for the Saudi identity in all the elements on display, especially for the originality of Saudi fashion, food, architecture, the popular tools for making coffee, and for the projects carried out under the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, with focus on “NEOM” and “The Line”.
Delegation members expressed appreciation for the Kingdom's cultural endeavors, and for its role in establishing dialogue and understanding between peoples.

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Historic Jeddah Ramadan Season Celebrates Traditional Crafts, Cultural Heritage

Historic Jeddah Ramadan Season celebrates traditional crafts and cultural heritage. (SPA)
Historic Jeddah Ramadan Season celebrates traditional crafts and cultural heritage. (SPA)
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Historic Jeddah Ramadan Season Celebrates Traditional Crafts, Cultural Heritage

Historic Jeddah Ramadan Season celebrates traditional crafts and cultural heritage. (SPA)
Historic Jeddah Ramadan Season celebrates traditional crafts and cultural heritage. (SPA)

The Ramadan Season in Historic Jeddah highlights traditional handicrafts, celebrating their significant historical and cultural legacy. Visitors have the opportunity to explore a wide range of handmade products that symbolize the Kingdom’s rich heritage as skilled artisans provide live demonstrations, including pottery-making and other traditional crafts.

Workshops designed to teach these valuable skills help promote cultural awareness and appreciation.
The event aligns with the Year of Handicrafts 2025 initiative, underscoring the importance of traditional crafts as a cornerstone of Saudi cultural identity both locally and internationally, the Saudi Press Agency said on Friday.
The season also includes family-friendly activities, interactive entertainment, and guided historical walking tours through Historic Jeddah's neighborhoods, immersing visitors in an authentic and spiritual Ramadan experience while connecting younger generations with Saudi traditions.