International Cultural Festival in Madinah Celebrates Global Diversity

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA
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International Cultural Festival in Madinah Celebrates Global Diversity

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA

The 13th International Cultural Festival, organized by the Islamic University of Madinah and running until April 19, continues to draw visitors of all ages.
Students from over 90 countries are showcasing their cultures through traditional outfits, cuisine, folk heritage, and handicrafts, highlighting the university's diversity, SPA reported.

The festival aligns with the university's mission to foster cross-cultural understanding and bring together cultures from around the world under one roof.
The events accompanying the festival include a wide range of cultural performances, workshops, educational and interactive competitions, as well as live shows of traditional cooking and handicrafts.



King Abdulaziz Public Library Publishes New Book on Saudi Coffee

The book explores Saudi coffee, covering its discovery, history, global journey, and cultivation in the Kingdom. SPA
The book explores Saudi coffee, covering its discovery, history, global journey, and cultivation in the Kingdom. SPA
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King Abdulaziz Public Library Publishes New Book on Saudi Coffee

The book explores Saudi coffee, covering its discovery, history, global journey, and cultivation in the Kingdom. SPA
The book explores Saudi coffee, covering its discovery, history, global journey, and cultivation in the Kingdom. SPA

King Abdulaziz Public Library has published a new book, titled "Saudi Coffee" by Saeed Al-Wayel and Ahmed Al-Baqshi, as part of the library's academic publishing program.

Through eight chapters and vibrant color photos, the book explores Saudi coffee, covering its discovery, history, global journey, and cultivation in the Kingdom.

The book also delves into coffee's strong ties to Saudi culture as evidenced in ancient inscriptions, historical texts, trade routes, markets, and its associated tools and meanings.
The publication further investigates Saudi coffee's cultural aspects, such as its impact on urban planning, specifically its influence on house design and dedicated coffee rooms. It also covers preparation methods, its depiction in literature, and industry investments.