Study on Palestinian Audiovisual Heritage

Study on Palestinian Audiovisual Heritage
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Study on Palestinian Audiovisual Heritage

Study on Palestinian Audiovisual Heritage

The Institute for Palestine Studies has recently released "The Palestinian Audiovisual Heritage: Origin, Dispersion, and Digital Preservation…Preliminary Studies and Future Aspirations" by Author Bashar Shamout.

In this book, the author seeks to shed light on the rich audiovisual heritage of Palestine "aiming at preserving it with modern techniques, and documenting the collective Palestinian memory facing constant threats amid the hard political and life conditions the Palestinian people live."

The book discusses the topic on three levels: The origin of the audiovisual materials, the places of different collections dispersed in many archives around the world, and how to access them, in addition to some technical fundamentals used in the field of digitization in order to provide help for the people working in this field in the Arab region.

In addition to the objective research based on the digital archival science, the book highlights some of the major causes linked to the nonstop and deliberate attempts of Israeli institutions to conceal the Palestinian identity, kill the collective memory of the Palestinian people, and dominate it.

It also objectively discusses the looting and loss of audiovisual materials in Beirut following the Israeli invasion in 1982. These materials are of great cultural and historical value, as they were inspired by the resistance journey of the Palestine Liberation Organization since its establishment.



Ninth King Abdulaziz Camel Festival Starts in Al-Sayahid

The festival management has launched creative competitions that shed light on camel heritage through photography and filmmaking in a contemporary manner that appeals to younger generations. - File Photo/SPA
The festival management has launched creative competitions that shed light on camel heritage through photography and filmmaking in a contemporary manner that appeals to younger generations. - File Photo/SPA
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Ninth King Abdulaziz Camel Festival Starts in Al-Sayahid

The festival management has launched creative competitions that shed light on camel heritage through photography and filmmaking in a contemporary manner that appeals to younger generations. - File Photo/SPA
The festival management has launched creative competitions that shed light on camel heritage through photography and filmmaking in a contemporary manner that appeals to younger generations. - File Photo/SPA

The ninth edition of the King Abdulaziz Camel Festival kicked off Sunday in Al-Sayahid, the southern part of Al-Dahna Desert, under the theme "Pride of Its People", continuing its mission to preserve and promote the camel as a cornerstone of Saudi cultural identity.
Camel Club Chairman of the Board of Directors Fahd bin Falah bin Hathleen said that the one-month festival reflects the great attention the wise leadership gives the national heritage. He added that the ninth edition is set to be the largest and most diverse in the festival's history, featuring more activities and a higher number of participants, which testifies to its status as a global platform celebrating heritage, and underscores its importance, locally and internationally.
Bin Hathleen said that a variety of cultural and heritage activities blending authenticity with innovation will take place at the festival, including camel beauty competitions that attract owners and visitors from around the world, SPA reported.
He also highlighted unique cultural attractions at the festival, such as the Aqilat Museum, which gives insights into the history of the Arabian Peninsula, and traditional crafts exhibitions celebrating the creativity of Saudi artisans.
Visitors can engage in interactive experiences like camel riding, milking, and feeding, which enable them to immerse themselves in Saudi Arabia's rich heritage.
According to bin Hathleen, poetry plays a central role at the festival; a poetic duel, a prominent traditional art form, is expected to draw word and creativity enthusiasts in a lively and engaging atmosphere.
The King Abdulaziz Camel Festival boosts national identity and establishes the Kingdom as a global destination for cultural heritage. It is an international event that embodies authenticity, creativity, and progress.