Saudi Arabia, Oman agree to boost cooperation, cultural exchanges

Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah and Omani Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth Sayyid Dhi Yazin bin Haitham Al-Said sign an MoU. (SPA)
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Updated 08 October 2023
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Saudi Arabia, Oman agree to boost cooperation, cultural exchanges

  • Countries will implement agreements already reached with UNESCO under MoU

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia and Oman have signed a memorandum of understanding to increase cooperation and cultural exchanges, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.

The document was signed by the Kingdom’s Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah and Omani Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth Sayyid Dhi Yazin bin Haitham Al-Said.

Under the agreement, the two countries will work together in the fields of heritage, architecture and design, visual and performing arts, literature, books and publishing, language and translation, fashion, Islamic decoration, traditional culinary arts and cinema.

They also agreed to participate in each other’s festivals and cultural events, develop art residency programs for representatives of government and private institutions and launch projects related to the preservation of heritage.

The document also covers the exchange of expertise regarding regulations, organizations and policies governing the cultural sector and implementing agreements already reached with UNESCO.
 


Minzal returns to celebrate heritage of historic Diriyah

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Minzal returns to celebrate heritage of historic Diriyah

RIYADH: The Minzal program, part of this year’s Diriyah Season, celebrates the rich natural and cultural heritage of historic Diriyah, where history meets nature.

Overlooking Wadi Safar, the largest tributary of Wadi Hanifah, the program offers an experience inspired by traditional life and authentic Saudi hospitality.

Open daily from 5 p.m. until midnight, Minzal showcases Diriyah’s traditions through heritage storytelling, scenic views, poetry and traditional cuisine, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.

Running until Feb. 14, the event features horseback riding, falconry, archery, astronomy, and a selection of international restaurants, cafes and retail outlets.

Spread across four main zones highlighting Diriyah’s historical and cultural significance, visitors can enjoy the “Al-Uloom” experience for leather-working, carpet-weaving and wood-working, and the “Sloom” experience for Saudi coffee, desert plants, fire-lighting, camel-milking and tent-making.

The “Faris Al-Badiyah” experience offers horse-riding and archery, while the “Falconry” experience teaches the art of hunting with Arabian falcons.

The “Al-Mushrif” zone provides stargazing under Diriyah’s clear skies, creating a serene atmosphere amid the natural surroundings.

Diriyah Season serves as a global destination for history enthusiasts, offering journeys through heritage sites that once formed the political and cultural center of the region, the SPA reported.

The program combines Najdi authenticity with innovative designs and international standards, reflecting the values and vision of historic Diriyah alongside the Kingdom’s modern development.