King Abdulaziz Public Library Presents Play on Camel Heritage

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA
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King Abdulaziz Public Library Presents Play on Camel Heritage

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA

The children's section of the King Abdulaziz Public Library has recently presented "Kahila," a captivating theatrical play designed to introduce young audiences to the significance of camels in Saudi Arabian history and culture.
"Kahila," an engaging production aligned with the Ministry of Culture's Year of the Camel celebration, delighted children and their families with a seamless blend of art and heritage.

According to SPA, the play creatively presented informative content about camels in an entertaining and age-appropriate theatrical format.
Through lively songs and dynamic dances, the talented team effectively conveyed the enduring value of camels in Saudi heritage.

The play highlighted camels as symbols of patience, strength, and generosity, offering children an enjoyable and educational performance to learn about this important aspect of their cultural heritage.



Jeddah Book Fair Concludes

The event was organized by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission at the Jeddah Superdome under the slogan "Jeddah Reads". (SPA)
The event was organized by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission at the Jeddah Superdome under the slogan "Jeddah Reads". (SPA)
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Jeddah Book Fair Concludes

The event was organized by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission at the Jeddah Superdome under the slogan "Jeddah Reads". (SPA)
The event was organized by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission at the Jeddah Superdome under the slogan "Jeddah Reads". (SPA)

The Jeddah Book Fair came to a close on Saturday after 10 days during which it hosted more than 1,000 local, Arab, and international publishing houses and agencies.

The event was organized by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission at the Jeddah Superdome under the slogan "Jeddah Reads".

The fair boasted over 450 pavilions, providing an exceptional cultural experience for visitors.

Commission CEO Dr. Mohammad Hasan Alwan thanked the Saudi leadership for its unwavering support for the cultural movement in the Kingdom.

This was the third edition of the fair to be held this year, with Riyadh and Madinah hosting the first two.

Alwan said the fair drew a remarkable attendance, which testifies to the development of the cultural scene in the Kingdom.

About 400,000 titles were displayed and over 450,000 books covering a range of topics were sold.

The Ministry of Culture is seeking to transform the Kingdom into a major platform for the publishing and distribution industry by providing an ideal environment that meets the needs of both readers and publishing houses, Alwan said.