King Salman, Crown Prince receive and send Eid Al-Fitr messages

King Salman and Crown Prince have sent cables of congratulations to the leaders of Islamic countries on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr, Saudi Press Agency reported on Thursday. (SPA)
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Updated 20 April 2023
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King Salman, Crown Prince receive and send Eid Al-Fitr messages

  • The king and crown prince sent cables of thanks in return

RIYADH: King Salman and Crown Prince have sent cables of congratulations to the leaders of Islamic countries on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr, Saudi Press Agency reported on Thursday.

The king and crown prince also received good wishes from leaders of Islamic nations.

The king and crown prince sent cables of thanks in return, wishing further progress, prosperity, peace and stability to the nations celebrating the occasion.

The crescent moon was sighted in Saudi Arabia on Thursday, meaning it would be the last day of the holy month, with Eid Al-Fitr celebrations set to begin on Friday, April 2, the Crescent Sighting Committee announced.


Madinah governor launches Alsirah Gardens project

Updated 16 December 2025
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Madinah governor launches Alsirah Gardens project

  • Launched by QSAS, a Public Investment Fund subsidiary, the project offers interactive experiences inspired by the Prophet Muhammad’s biography
  • Event was attended by Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq Al-Rabiah and Madinah Mayor and CEO of the Madinah Region Development Authority Fahad Albulihshi

MADINAH: Madinah Gov. Prince Salman bin Sultan inaugurated Alsirah Gardens project, opening the Orchard of Al-Mustazill as its first area, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.

Launched by QSAS, a Public Investment Fund subsidiary, the project offers interactive experiences inspired by the Prophet Muhammad’s biography.

The event was attended by Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq Al-Rabiah and Madinah Mayor and CEO of the Madinah Region Development Authority Fahad Albulihshi.

During a tour of the Orchard of Al-Mustazill near Quba Mosque, Prince Salman reviewed the project’s components. Covering 70,000 sq. meters, it includes seven enrichment zones.

QSAS Chairman Yasser Al-Dawood said Alsirah’s cultural brand connects people to their roots through immersive experiences blending knowledge and innovation.

He noted that the project features cultural experiences based on the Prophetic Sirah, a children’s area, shopping zones, and a rural lodge, making it a landmark that boosts tourism in Madinah.

The project’s investment is estimated at SR500 million ($133 million). Once all phases are complete, it is expected to attract about 10 million visitors annually, supporting Vision 2030 goals.

Al-Dawood added that the project will position Madinah as a leading destination highlighting Prophetic heritage, offering a cultural experience that deepens visitors’ connection to the Sirah.