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Saudi Arabia Celebrates Years of Cultural Icons

Saudi Arabia Celebrates Years of Cultural Icons
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Saudi Arabia Celebrates Years of Cultural Icons

Saudi Arabia Celebrates Years of Cultural Icons

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Culture has designated the past four years as celebrations of key national cultural symbols to deepen cultural engagement and promote Saudi heritage, the Saudi Press Agency said on Thursday.
Initiated in 2020, the "Year of Arabic Calligraphy" highlighted the art form's significance in Arab culture. Extended into 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this initiative aimed to elevate calligraphy's status and promote its integration into daily life.
Following this, 2022 was declared the "Year of Saudi Coffee", showcasing the beverage's cultural and economic importance. The campaign emphasized Saudi Arabia's coffee and its unique qualities and role in the nation's heritage.
The "Year of Arabic Poetry" in 2023 built on these successes and accentuated its enduring influence on Arab culture.
This year, the "Year of the Camel", was recently announced by the Cabinet, acknowledging the animal's deep-rooted historical and cultural significance to the Arabian Peninsula. Camels represent a significant aspect of the nation's heritage.
These initiatives, initiated by the Ministry of Culture, are aimed at preserving and promoting Saudi culture on both a national and global scale, underscoring their significance.

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Royal Commission for AlUla, China’s Dunhuang Academy Partner to Enhance Heritage Conservation, Cultural Exchange

RCU and Dunhuang Academy will work closely to develop a comprehensive program of conservation that will extend to historic sites and artefacts in western China and AlUla. - SPA
RCU and Dunhuang Academy will work closely to develop a comprehensive program of conservation that will extend to historic sites and artefacts in western China and AlUla. - SPA
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Royal Commission for AlUla, China’s Dunhuang Academy Partner to Enhance Heritage Conservation, Cultural Exchange

RCU and Dunhuang Academy will work closely to develop a comprehensive program of conservation that will extend to historic sites and artefacts in western China and AlUla. - SPA
RCU and Dunhuang Academy will work closely to develop a comprehensive program of conservation that will extend to historic sites and artefacts in western China and AlUla. - SPA

The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) and Dunhuang Academy​ have signed a strategic partnership to expand cultural, touristic, and heritage collaborations between Saudi Arabia and the People’s Republic of China.
According to an RCU press release issued on Wednesday, the partnership represents a pivotal milestone in Saudi-Chinese relations, bringing together Dunhuang Academy's eight decades of expertise in heritage research and cultural conservation with RCU's commitment to preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of AlUla.
The Dunhuang Academy is responsible for the management of the Magao Grottoes, a complex of 735 Buddhist caves in Gansu Province classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. The Mogao Grottoes are renowned for their exquisite murals and sculptures, representing a fusion of cultural influences along the ancient Silk Road.
"The new agreement unites RCU and Dunhuang Academy as custodians of unique heritage, history, and tradition," said the release.
Dunhuang Academy’s legacy of safeguarding the Magao Grottoes has consistently earned praise from international institutions such as UNESCO, the World Bank, as well as the Chinese government, SPA reported.
RCU and Dunhuang Academy will work closely to develop a comprehensive program of conservation that will extend to historic sites and artefacts in western China and AlUla. They will also collaborate on hosting academic exhibitions and initiating exchange programs between staff and scholars from both institutions.
RCU VP of Strategic Partnerships Silvia Barbone said: “China and Saudi Arabia share a long and storied legacy that has united people and places across vast distances and through millennia. Today, our efforts within the global heritage space are empowered by successful collaborations with leading institutions and landmark destinations.”
The partnership follows the Saudi Travel Expo launched by the Saudi Tourism Authority, in which AlUla featured prominently. The exhibit was held in Beijing’s Tian Tan Garden, showcasing AlUla’s natural and cultural heritage.