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Over 4 Million People Visit Hira Cultural District in Makkah

Spanning over 67,000 square meters, the district features immersive attractions that highlight its historical and spiritual significance. (SPA)
Spanning over 67,000 square meters, the district features immersive attractions that highlight its historical and spiritual significance. (SPA)
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Over 4 Million People Visit Hira Cultural District in Makkah

Spanning over 67,000 square meters, the district features immersive attractions that highlight its historical and spiritual significance. (SPA)
Spanning over 67,000 square meters, the district features immersive attractions that highlight its historical and spiritual significance. (SPA)

The Hira Cultural District has welcomed more than 4 million visitors from 132 nationalities since its opening, offering a rich cultural and tourism experience in Makkah, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Monday.

Spanning over 67,000 square meters, the district features immersive attractions that highlight its historical and spiritual significance. The Visitor Center provides insights into the site's geography and history, along with available services. The Revelation Gallery narrates the story of divine revelations, culminating in the final message to Prophet Muhammad.

The Holy Quran Museum showcases rare manuscripts from various Islamic eras, complemented by interactive displays and artistic designs that celebrate the sacred text. The district also houses cultural pavilions and entertainment areas, creating a comprehensive journey through Islamic heritage.

Adjacent to Jabal al-Hira (Mount Hira) and located on King Faisal Road, linking Makkah and Taif, the district serves as a key cultural and tourism destination under the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites.

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Heritage Commission Releases Documentary on Saudi Underwater Heritage

The film highlights the commission’s efforts in research, documentation, and protection of the marine environment
The film highlights the commission’s efforts in research, documentation, and protection of the marine environment
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Heritage Commission Releases Documentary on Saudi Underwater Heritage

The film highlights the commission’s efforts in research, documentation, and protection of the marine environment
The film highlights the commission’s efforts in research, documentation, and protection of the marine environment

The Heritage Commission in Jeddah launched a special screening of a documentary film that introduces underwater cultural heritage and highlights its importance within the national heritage framework.

The film highlights the commission’s efforts in research, documentation, and protection of the marine environment, while raising public awareness of underwater heritage and its growing cultural significance.

It follows research teams and divers uncovering archaeological evidence beneath the Red Sea, including shipwrecks, artifacts, and traces of human activity across different historical periods, offering insight into the Kingdom’s maritime history.

The screening reflects the growing importance of underwater heritage in the cultural landscape and the role of heritage in shaping identity, history, and national memory.

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Red Sea International Film Festival Opens Early Registration for Sixth Edition

Red Sea International Film Festival Opens Early Registration for Sixth Edition
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Red Sea International Film Festival Opens Early Registration for Sixth Edition

Red Sea International Film Festival Opens Early Registration for Sixth Edition

The Red Sea International Film Festival has announced the opening of early registration for its sixth edition, scheduled to take place in Historic Jeddah from December 3 to 12.

The festival stated that the new edition will feature a diverse program combining film screenings, professional events, and specialized discussions. It will also host a lineup of filmmakers, producers, experts, and leaders from the global film industry, SPA reported.

The early registration offers guests four complimentary film screening tickets per day, along with priority booking access 48 hours before tickets are officially released to the public.

The festival’s sixth edition reflects the Kingdom’s dynamic cultural and cinematic landscape by supporting the development of the film sector, empowering national talent, and strengthening Jeddah’s position as a regional hub for creative industries.

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King Abdulaziz Public Library Inaugurates Largest Specialized Children's Library

Photo by SPA
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King Abdulaziz Public Library Inaugurates Largest Specialized Children's Library

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA

The King Abdulaziz Public Library today inaugurated the "Children's Library," the largest specialized children's library in Saudi Arabia, with notable participation from cultural, educational, and media figures.

The library accommodates over 500 children from newborns to age 18 through modern spaces that cater to various age groups' educational, cultural, and psychological needs, SPA reported.

The library features modern cultural theaters hosting literary programs, theatrical performances, and artistic and educational events, alongside smart halls equipped with the latest educational and interactive technologies, offering children an advanced knowledge experience.

It also includes innovation incubators and specialized laboratories for young people in technology and creativity, enabling them to develop their skills in an environment that fosters thinking, exploration, and future idea generation.

The library accommodates the cultural and linguistic diversity of its users through dedicated areas and multilingual resources, including print, digital, and interactive media.

The library is an advanced regional model combining Saudi cultural identity with global best practices, serving as an educational beacon for future generations.