Arab Week at UNESCO Set to Take Place on November 4-5

The UNESCO logo is seen during the opening of the 39th session of the General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization at their headquarters in Paris, France, Oct. 30, 2017. Reuters
The UNESCO logo is seen during the opening of the 39th session of the General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization at their headquarters in Paris, France, Oct. 30, 2017. Reuters
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Arab Week at UNESCO Set to Take Place on November 4-5

The UNESCO logo is seen during the opening of the 39th session of the General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization at their headquarters in Paris, France, Oct. 30, 2017. Reuters
The UNESCO logo is seen during the opening of the 39th session of the General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization at their headquarters in Paris, France, Oct. 30, 2017. Reuters

The Arab Group at the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization will hold the "Arab Week at UNESCO" event on November 4 and 5 in Paris at Saudi Arabia’s initiative.

With participation from all Arab countries, the event aims to showcase the rich and diverse Arab cultural and civilizational heritage, enhance dialogue between cultures, and contribute to achieving cultural development goals.

The event reflects Saudi Arabia's commitment to collaborating with international organizations and leveraging all available resources to support initiatives that promote cultural exchange between Arab and other countries.

It will feature a market for Arab products, exhibitions on Arabic calligraphy and UNESCO-registered heritage sites in the Arab world, a cooking event, and pavilions highlighting Arab music, handicrafts, and fashion.

Seminars will also be held on topics including Arabic novels, artificial intelligence, Arabic calligraphy, and children's literature.
The event is expected to yield positive outcomes by strengthening the status of Arab culture within UNESCO, fostering new partnerships between Arab countries, UNESCO, and other member states, promoting intercultural dialogue and mutual understanding, and inspiring young people to engage with Arab culture.



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.