RIYADH: The National Museum will hold the First National Antiquities Forum on Nov. 7-9 in Riyadh, along with exhibitions on Saudi antiquities that will run for 50 days.
“The National Museum is gearing up to host eight important exhibitions specializing in the antiquities of the Kingdom,” the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage (SCTH) media department said Tuesday.
“These exhibitions will be held within the events of the … forum under the patronage of King Salman.”
The forum will be organized by the SCTH under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Program of Caring for the Kingdom’s Cultural Heritage, in collaboration with the King Abdul Aziz Research Center (Darah) and various ministries and government agencies.
The forum aims to foster public awareness on the importance of national heritage and antiquities; familiarize attendees with Saudi history, civilization and documentation of archaeological work; and make antiquities a community responsibility.
SCTH President Prince Sultan bin Salman said the events will involve local and foreign archaeologists.
There will be a scientific conference wherein working papers will be presented covering various historical periods.
Riyadh to host first Saudi antiquities forum, exhibitions
Riyadh to host first Saudi antiquities forum, exhibitions
Historic Jeddah records over 2m visits
- The remarkable turnout highlights the activity within the UNESCO-listed site, also known as Al-Balad, with its alleys and historic squares
JEDDAH: Historic Jeddah continues to flourish as one of Saudi Arabia’s premier cultural and heritage destinations, recording over 2 million visits in the first half of Ramadan.
The surge reflects the district’s vibrant and diverse activities, and the growing appeal of its Ramadan events that blend the authenticity of the place with the spirit of the season, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The remarkable turnout highlights the activity within the UNESCO-listed site, also known as Al-Balad, with its alleys and historic squares.
There has been a continuous flow of visitors exploring longstanding architectural landmarks and traditional marketplaces including Souq Al-Alawi, Bab Makkah Souq, and Al-Balad.
In these areas commerce intertwines with handicraft displays and storytelling, creating a cultural experience that reflects the place’s unique character and rich historical memory.
