JDDAH: The Saudi Falcons Club is showcasing the heritage of falconry at the second World Defense Show in Riyadh, which continues until Feb. 8.
The club’s pavilion offers an engaging cultural journey, highlighting the connection between falconry and its enthusiasts.
Walid Al-Taweel, the club’s spokesperson, said that participation at the event aimed to showcase this heritage to both local and international visitors.
The pavilion provides insights into the birds, including their breed and heritage, and publicizes annual events. These occasions include the International Auction of Falcon Farms, the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition, and the King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival, the world’s largest gathering of its kind.
The club gives visitors the opportunity to photograph falcons, promoting environmental awareness aligned with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
Organized by the General Authority for Military Industries, the five-day defense event features more than 750 exhibitors from more than 75 countries, alongside numerous government entities and leading local and international companies in the defense and security sector.
The Saudi Falcons Club, in collaboration with the Royal Commission for AlUla, recently organized the AlUla Falcons Cup with a prize pool of SR60 million ($16 million).
The partnership aims to promote the legacy of the Kingdom’s falconers and celebrate the culture of falconry internationally while raising environmental awareness and supporting local enthusiasts.
The Al-Kharj Falcon Competition, organized by the Riyadh Municipality in collaboration with the Saudi Falcons Club, began on Monday with more than 900 falconers in attendance.
Running until Feb. 7, the event features traditional performances, educational workshops, cultural seminars, and heritage sessions.
The hosting of the competition reflects the municipality’s dedication to preserving cultural heritage. These efforts aim to strengthen social responsibility and promote cultural, sporting, and social engagements.
