Saudi Post Issues Stamp to Commemorate AlUla World Archaeology Summit

The Saudi Post (SPL) issued on Thursday a commemorative stamp of SAR3 on the occasion of the AlUla World Archeology Summit. (SPA)
The Saudi Post (SPL) issued on Thursday a commemorative stamp of SAR3 on the occasion of the AlUla World Archeology Summit. (SPA)
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Saudi Post Issues Stamp to Commemorate AlUla World Archaeology Summit

The Saudi Post (SPL) issued on Thursday a commemorative stamp of SAR3 on the occasion of the AlUla World Archeology Summit. (SPA)
The Saudi Post (SPL) issued on Thursday a commemorative stamp of SAR3 on the occasion of the AlUla World Archeology Summit. (SPA)

The Saudi Post (SPL) issued on Thursday a commemorative stamp of SAR3 on the occasion of the AlUla World Archeology Summit.

The summit is being organized by the Royal Commission for AlUla, attracting over 300 participants, including government officials, scholars, and specialists from all over the world.

The AlUla World Archeology Summit is being held from September 13 to 15 at AlUla's Maraya Hall.

Saudi Post stamps are issued based on the most significant national or international events and occasions, making them an ideal choice for stamp collectors and historians worldwide.



Hail HARFA Festival Concludes with Over 91,000 Visitors

The festival was held at the historic Al-Qishla Palace from January 5 to January 11 - SPA
The festival was held at the historic Al-Qishla Palace from January 5 to January 11 - SPA
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Hail HARFA Festival Concludes with Over 91,000 Visitors

The festival was held at the historic Al-Qishla Palace from January 5 to January 11 - SPA
The festival was held at the historic Al-Qishla Palace from January 5 to January 11 - SPA

The activities of Handicrafts Festival (HARFA) 2025 in Hail were concluded Saturday, celebrating a highly successful event that drew over 91,000 visitors.

Held at the historic Al-Qishla Palace from January 5 to January 11, the festival marked a milestone as the first of its kind, coinciding with the launch of the "Year of Handicrafts 2025."
According to SPA. the festival attracted tourists from Europe, America, Asia, the Gulf, and visitors from across Saudi Arabia. It highlighted Hail’s rich heritage of handicrafts, including wickerwork, carpentry, weaving, incense burner crafting, pottery, and clay building. Visitors admired displays of wood engraving, embroidery, wool fluffing, leather goods, daggers, swords, and Thamudic inscriptions, alongside artistic carvings on stone and traditional items such as ropes, windows, and decorative abayas.
More than 130 craftsmen and craftswomen participated, offering live demonstrations and training courses to transfer their skills to younger generations. The daily activities featured hands-on learning opportunities, complemented by awareness programs organized by entities such as the Hail Region Development Authority, the Heritage Commission, and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. These programs emphasized the economic and cultural significance of handicrafts and the role of local authorities in supporting and marketing the craft industry.
The festival also celebrated Hail’s cultural heritage through artistic folklore performances, vintage car displays, and a heritage-inspired environment featuring restaurants and cafes. Over 100 volunteers contributed to the event’s organization, fostering an inclusive and engaging atmosphere for all segments of society.
The event offered a unique blend of creativity, tradition, and community spirit, solidifying its status as a premier cultural attraction in Saudi Arabia.