Hira Cultural District Launches ‘Summer of Hira’ Events

Located next to Jabal Al-Nour, one of Makkah’s most famous landmarks, the district opens its doors daily to visitors from around the world  - SPA
Located next to Jabal Al-Nour, one of Makkah’s most famous landmarks, the district opens its doors daily to visitors from around the world - SPA
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Hira Cultural District Launches ‘Summer of Hira’ Events

Located next to Jabal Al-Nour, one of Makkah’s most famous landmarks, the district opens its doors daily to visitors from around the world  - SPA
Located next to Jabal Al-Nour, one of Makkah’s most famous landmarks, the district opens its doors daily to visitors from around the world - SPA

The Hira Cultural District on Saturday launched the activities of “Summer of Hira,” which will run until Saturday, August 8th.

The events, designed to cater to both residents and visitors of the Makkah Region, include various activities such as 360-degree corners, ice cream and juice service, camel and horse rides, painting workshops, calligraphy sessions, and displays by productive families. Additionally, there will be a kids’ zone, a caravan, and events featuring pets, birds, and a photo contest, SPA reported.

Visitors can also experience a unique cultural journey at the Revelation Exhibition, which features life-sized models of the Cave of Hira and a large screen narrating the story of the revelation to the Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).
Located next to Jabal Al-Nour, one of Makkah’s most famous landmarks, the district opens its doors daily to visitors from around the world, showcasing Saudi Arabia's advancements in developing historical sites and enriching the religious and cultural experience of its guests. The district offers a unique and enriching experience, providing an entertaining, cultural, and historical journey into the past that leaves a lasting impression.
Spanning approximately 67,000 square meters, it accommodates a diverse range of tourists from various nationalities and social segments.



Saudi Arabia, Costa Rica Discuss Enhancing Cultural Cooperation

The Saudi Minister of Culture met in Jeddah on Thursday with his counterpart from Costa Rica. SPA
The Saudi Minister of Culture met in Jeddah on Thursday with his counterpart from Costa Rica. SPA
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Saudi Arabia, Costa Rica Discuss Enhancing Cultural Cooperation

The Saudi Minister of Culture met in Jeddah on Thursday with his counterpart from Costa Rica. SPA
The Saudi Minister of Culture met in Jeddah on Thursday with his counterpart from Costa Rica. SPA

Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan met in Jeddah on Thursday with Costa Rica’s Minister of Culture and Youth Jorge Rodríguez Vives and his accompanying delegation.

During the meeting, both sides praised the historical relations between the two nations, which mark a decade of diplomatic ties. This milestone serves as a foundation for an evolving partnership based on shared values, respect, and mutual cultural enrichment.

Discussions focused on the importance of enhancing cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Costa Rica across a range of cultural fields, including museums, theater and performing arts, music, visual arts, culinary arts, and the dissemination of cultural knowledge between the two nations.