King Saud University Hosts 5th Int’l Conference on Camels in Arab Culture

The three-day conference will address several key topics, including camels and cultural heritage. SPA
The three-day conference will address several key topics, including camels and cultural heritage. SPA
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King Saud University Hosts 5th Int’l Conference on Camels in Arab Culture

The three-day conference will address several key topics, including camels and cultural heritage. SPA
The three-day conference will address several key topics, including camels and cultural heritage. SPA

Saudi Arabia’s King Saud University, in collaboration with the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language, will host the 5th International Conference on Camels in Arab Culture next Tuesday.

The event will bring together 37 researchers from Saudi Arabia and abroad, aiming to advance literary and linguistic studies on camels and their pivotal role in Arab culture.

The three-day conference will address several key topics, including camels and cultural heritage, camels in language, lexicons, and cultural/national identity, as well as the economic importance of camels in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. Particular attention will be given to investment, industry, tourism, entertainment, festivals, and camel sports and racing.

The 5th edition of the conference seeks to enhance academic discourse and strengthen local and Arab cultural identity, underscoring the cultural significance of camels in Arab life.



‘Arts Telling Stories’ Exhibition Showcases Saudi Heritage under Year of Handicrafts 2025

The exhibition is part of the “Year of Handicrafts 2025” initiatives launched by the Ministry of Culture. SPA
The exhibition is part of the “Year of Handicrafts 2025” initiatives launched by the Ministry of Culture. SPA
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‘Arts Telling Stories’ Exhibition Showcases Saudi Heritage under Year of Handicrafts 2025

The exhibition is part of the “Year of Handicrafts 2025” initiatives launched by the Ministry of Culture. SPA
The exhibition is part of the “Year of Handicrafts 2025” initiatives launched by the Ministry of Culture. SPA

The "Arts Telling Stories" Exhibition in Madinah serves as a cultural platform that narrates Saudi stories through authentic handicrafts, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.

It said that the exhibition is part of the “Year of Handicrafts 2025” initiatives launched by the Ministry of Culture.

The exhibition features a diverse collection of handcrafted creations that reflect the identity of the local community. Elements of heritage are embodied in palm-based crafts such as baskets, incense burners, and decorative pieces, telling the story of the historical bond between people and palm trees in the environment of Madinah.

The exhibition also showcases wooden artwork, including decorated boxes, vases, and household items crafted with techniques that blend traditional sensibility with modern innovation. It features colorful pottery pieces reflecting folk art, inspired by the colors and landscapes of the region’s geography.

The exhibition represents a valuable addition to the local cultural scene, reflecting the Ministry of Culture’s efforts to activate the role of traditional arts in fostering community awareness and encouraging the younger generation to connect with their cultural roots.