JEDDAH: The General Culture Authority (GCA) is participating in the 10th Cultural Forum “China’s Visions,” organized by the Culture Ministry in China. The Saudi participation is represented by Taghreed Al-Baqshi, nominated by the authority to showcase her talent and perform for the Chinese audience, seeking to present the true Saudi culture, its advancement and diversity.
The events include an artistic historical and cultural program to introduce the heritage and history of China, and a visit to the city’s landmarks and to the artists’ events, as well as to universities, academies and museums in China. The events will also highlight cultural exchange.
The Saudi artist Al-Baqshi’s participation includes an international workshop titled “China in the eyes of Arabs,” which will be accompanied by work from the most important artists. The workshop will last until Sept. 12. The end of the workshop will feature special shows by each artist for the Chinese culture ministry, to promote the Chinese-Arab ties and cultural exchange.
The authority’s nomination comes in the context of granting artists the opportunity to become artist ambassadors of their countries, to stress the important role of arts in international relations and in bringing people together.
GCA chooses Taghreed Al-Baqshi to present Saudi culture to China
GCA chooses Taghreed Al-Baqshi to present Saudi culture to China
- The General Culture Authority (GCA) is participating in the 10th Cultural Forum “China’s Visions”
- The events include an artistic historical and cultural program to introduce the heritage and history of China
Rare exhibits on display at King Abdulaziz Palace
- The piece reflects the precision of traditional craftsmanship and its social symbolism tied to strength and horsemanship
RIYADH: Exhibits on display at the King Abdulaziz Palace in the historic village of Laynah highlight rich aspects of human history and environmental change in the Arabian Peninsula as part of a series of palace activation events organized by the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority during the Darb Zubaida Winter Season.
The exhibits feature rare historical artifacts carrying cultural and scientific significance that document different lifestyles and environmental shifts in the region over the centuries.
Among the most notable pieces is a traditional rifle crafted from natural wood and fitted with a handwoven leather strap, historically used for hunting and protection.
The piece reflects the precision of traditional craftsmanship and its social symbolism tied to strength and horsemanship.
The authority stated that the palace welcomes visitors daily until Feb. 15, from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., as part of unified tourism programs aimed at organizing visitor flow and providing opportunities to explore historical sites in a safe and engaging environment.
