Al-Baha Heritage Festival Concludes with Record Attendance

The event drew a crowd of over 3,000 attendees from both Saudi Arabia and abroad. - SPA
The event drew a crowd of over 3,000 attendees from both Saudi Arabia and abroad. - SPA
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Al-Baha Heritage Festival Concludes with Record Attendance

The event drew a crowd of over 3,000 attendees from both Saudi Arabia and abroad. - SPA
The event drew a crowd of over 3,000 attendees from both Saudi Arabia and abroad. - SPA

The heritage house festival, a highlight of Al-Baha summer festival, concluded after a successful 20-day run. The event drew a crowd of over 3,000 attendees from both Saudi Arabia and abroad.
Visitors got immersed in the region's rich heritage through a diverse range of activities, including traditional folklore performances, culinary demonstrations, and handcrafted goods, SPA reported.

Workshops on Arabic calligraphy, plastic arts, and poetry were also popular among attendees.
The festival featured a captivating mix of entertainment, with a poetry evening, theatrical performances, and live music adding to the festive atmosphere.



Saudi Arabia to Take Part in London Book Fair

Saudi Arabia to Take Part in London Book Fair
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Saudi Arabia to Take Part in London Book Fair

Saudi Arabia to Take Part in London Book Fair

The Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission will lead Saudi Arabia’s participation in the London Book Fair, taking place from March 11 to 13. The participation aims to strengthen cultural ties between Saudi Arabia and the UK, foster collaboration in literature, publishing, and translation, and enhance the recognition of Saudi publishers and literary agencies in major global cultural events, SPA reported.
It also provides Saudi publishers and agents a platform to connect with global publishing houses, promoting knowledge exchange and the sharing of experiences.
Along with the commission, King Salman Global Academy for the Arabic Language, King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives, King Fahad National Library, King Abdulaziz Public Library, and the Publishing Association will also participate in the fair.