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International Saudi Falcons, Hunting Exhibition to Open to Visitors in October

International Saudi Falcons, Hunting Exhibition to Open to Visitors in October
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International Saudi Falcons, Hunting Exhibition to Open to Visitors in October

International Saudi Falcons, Hunting Exhibition to Open to Visitors in October

The Saudi Falcons Club will organize the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition from October 3 to 12 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center in Malham, north of Riyadh, an event expected to draw over 400 exhibitors from 45 countries.

The Saudi Falcons Club aims to highlight its commitment to preserving and innovating the cultural heritage of falconry, ensuring its sustainability for future generations, and fostering environmental awareness.
This year's exhibition will be held on 60,000 square meters; it is designed to cater to visitors of all ages, SPA reported.
It will offer a wide array of activities tailored for falconry and hunting enthusiasts, and will also appeal to outdoor adventurers, as well as to those with a passion for arts.
The exhibition will also feature interactive exhibitions like the Shalayel Digital Museum, where visitors can explore the rich heritage of falconry through cutting-edge virtual reality technology and interactive displays. It will include dedicated sections featuring the latest in falconry supplies and technology, falcon foods and products, camping and outdoor equipment, hunting weapons and tools, as well as motorcycles, bicycles, and off-road vehicles.

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Shanghai Museum Welcomes Feline Visitors to Peruse Egyptian Cat Imagery at ‘Meow Night’

A cat visitor poses with its owner in the entrance hall of Shanghai Museum's "Meow Night" in Shanghai, China, August 31, 2024. (Reuters)
A cat visitor poses with its owner in the entrance hall of Shanghai Museum's "Meow Night" in Shanghai, China, August 31, 2024. (Reuters)
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Shanghai Museum Welcomes Feline Visitors to Peruse Egyptian Cat Imagery at ‘Meow Night’

A cat visitor poses with its owner in the entrance hall of Shanghai Museum's "Meow Night" in Shanghai, China, August 31, 2024. (Reuters)
A cat visitor poses with its owner in the entrance hall of Shanghai Museum's "Meow Night" in Shanghai, China, August 31, 2024. (Reuters)

Shanghai Museum has pulled in crowds this summer for an exhibition of ancient Egyptian relics including cat statues and other feline imagery, and which on Saturday nights allows up to 200 visitors to bring along their own four-legged friends.

Inspired ancient Egyptians' worship of Bastet, the goddess of protection - often depicted as a cat - the museum has given cats the chance to interact with part of the exhibition called "The Secrets of Saqqara".

"Egyptian archaeological teams discovered a cat temple in Saqqara and unearthed many cat mummies and cat statues. So when we were planning the event, we had cats as a theme, and then came the idea for 'Meow Night'," said Shanghai Museum Deputy Director Li Feng.

The "Top of the Pyramids: Ancient Egyptian Civilization Exhibition" began on July 19 and runs until Aug. 17, 2025, with "Meow Night" planned for at least 10 Saturdays. It has held six so far with tickets, including 200 bring-a-cat tickets, selling out each time.

Visitors bring their cats in carriers or pet strollers and can take them out only at designated areas, such as for a photo opportunity next to a statue of Bastet.

The cats are checked on entry to ensure up-to-date vaccinations and for signs of illness or stress. There are veterinarians onsite and rest areas for cats in case the stimulation from their night at the museum gets a bit much.

"It's very special that you can bring a cat with you," said visitor Qiu Jiakai who was attending "Meow Night" with one-year-old puss An Mao.

"I listened to the narrator's introduction saying ... many of today's pet cats are related to the cats domesticated in ancient Egypt. So I thought I would have to bring my cat here to see its ancestors and the cat goddess," she said.