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Saudi: More Than 120 Million Visitors in Entertainment Sector Since 2019

SPA file photo of Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority Turki Al Al-Sheikh
SPA file photo of Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority Turki Al Al-Sheikh
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Saudi: More Than 120 Million Visitors in Entertainment Sector Since 2019

SPA file photo of Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority Turki Al Al-Sheikh
SPA file photo of Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority Turki Al Al-Sheikh

The Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority, Adviser at the Royal Court, Turki Al Al-Sheikh, has said that entertainment events held by GEA have received a record number of more than 120 million visitors between 2019 and the first quarter of 2023.

Al-Sheikh said Sunday that the record number comes as a culmination of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's support for this vital and promising sector.

Al-Sheikh pointed out that GEA has obtained several Guinness World Records certificates, which contributed to the creation of job opportunities.

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Saudi Northern Borders Witness Return of Diplotaxis

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA
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Saudi Northern Borders Witness Return of Diplotaxis

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA

The Saudi Northern Borders region, renowned for its diverse desert landscape, is witnessing the resurgence of the Diplotaxis, a vibrant yellow-flowered species that had become increasingly rare.
This resurgence is attributed to continuous conservation efforts, including the establishment of wildlife reserves and the implementation of stricter environmental protection laws, according to SPA.
Diplotaxis is an annual plant in the Northern Boreders region, typically reaching half a meter in height. Its hairy leaves, an adaptation to the harsh desert climate, help retain moisture. The plant thrives in gravelly soils and blooms in spring with fragrant yellow flowers.
Aman Environmental Association Board of Directors Chairman Nasser Al-Majlad told SPA that the early rainfall this year fostered the growth of numerous plant species, including Diplotaxis, which had been absent from the area for several years.
The Northern Borders region boasts a rich variety of plant life, including aromatic, seasonal, and annual species.

This diverse flora plays a crucial role in combating desertification, stabilizing soil, increasing biodiversity, and enhancing the region's environmental health. Moreover, it contributes to the region's tourism appeal.