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.



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.