Saudi Arabia: KACCC Announces Winners of Cultural Communication Award

KACCC announced the winners of the fourth edition of the Cultural Communication Award during a news conference held in Riyadh. SPA
KACCC announced the winners of the fourth edition of the Cultural Communication Award during a news conference held in Riyadh. SPA
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Saudi Arabia: KACCC Announces Winners of Cultural Communication Award

KACCC announced the winners of the fourth edition of the Cultural Communication Award during a news conference held in Riyadh. SPA
KACCC announced the winners of the fourth edition of the Cultural Communication Award during a news conference held in Riyadh. SPA

The King Abdulaziz Center for Cultural Communication (KACCC) announced the winners of the fourth edition of the Cultural Communication Award during a news conference held at the center’s Riyadh headquarters in the presence of KACCC Secretary-General Abdullah Al-Fawzan, his deputy Ibrahim Al-Asiri and representatives from various media outlets.

Al-Fawzan stated that media and cultural contacts are among the most important pillars of communication between peoples of different civilizations. He underscored the pivotal role of media in conveying ideas, facilitating cultural exchange, and aiding societies in mutual understanding and acquaintance.
This year's Cultural Communication Award witnessed an increase in engagement, with 234 participants in the five award categories.

In the government institutions category, the Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones "MODON" and the Taibah University emerged as winners with their initiatives about "cultural communication cities" and "ambassadors of moderation," respectively.

Meanwhile, Scientist’s Gift Organization’s initiative dubbed “the Saudi Cultural Day” won in the civil-society institutions category. The award for the non-profit international organizations and institutions category went to the Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States for its initiative about "a reference guide to raising students' awareness of the values of tolerance and acceptance of others."

As for the private-sector institutions branch, Alfaisal University won with the culture day, people for people, and Noor for the visually impaired initiatives. In the individuals category, Dr. Sultan bin Suleiman Al-Anzi won with an initiative about rapid progress towards bright and just education.



Winter at Tantora Festival Begins in AlUla

Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)
Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)
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Winter at Tantora Festival Begins in AlUla

Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)
Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)

This year's Winter at Tantora Festival opened Thursday in AlUla, celebrating the region's unique blend of art, culture, and heritage.
The festival, part of ongoing efforts to position AlUla as a premier global tourist destination, will run until January 11. The opening day attracted a large number of visitors who enjoyed a variety of cultural and heritage activities, including live musical performances, art exhibitions, guided tours to archaeological sites, and traditional folk-art displays, said the Saudi Press Agency on Friday.
The festival features a rich program of activities catering to all ages, including workshops, interactive experiences, and culinary events that highlight local cuisine. It also provides an opportunity to explore traditional wedding customs, offering visitors an authentic insight into Saudi culture.
Winter at Tantora is one of the flagship initiatives supporting tourism and heritage as part of the Saudi Vision 2030, and it serves as a platform for cultural exchange, bringing together attendees from around the world.