MWL chief visits International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography in Makkah

Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa visits the International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography in the Clock Tower in Makkah. (Supplied)
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Updated 24 March 2024
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MWL chief visits International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography in Makkah

  • Al-Issa announced the trial opening of the museum, which includes more than 30 sections, during the current month of Ramadan

MAKKAH: Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, secretary-general of the Muslim World League and chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars, went on an inspection tour of the International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography in the Clock Tower in Makkah.

Al-Issa announced the trial opening of the museum, which includes more than 30 sections, during the current month of Ramadan, Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.

He was briefed on the diverse segments that present more than 200 visual and interactive displays in five languages using the latest digital and interactive display technologies.

The museum seeks to introduce the biography of the Prophet Muhammad and to enhance awareness of his guidance and teachings.

 


Prince William tours AlUla, visits nature reserve

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Prince William tours AlUla, visits nature reserve

  • Meets with rangers of the Wildlife Conservation and Biodiversity Protection at Sharaan Nature Reserve

RIYADH: Britain’s Prince William wrapped up the final day of his official visit to Saudi Arabia with a tour of AlUla, where he visited the Wildlife Conservation and Biodiversity Protection at Sharaan Nature Reserve.

Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, the Saudi minister of culture, accompanied the 43-year-old heir to the British throne, an avowed environmentalist, during the tour. Prince William also met with rangers working to conserve the area’s wildlife population.

Above, rangers at the Wildlife Conservation and Biodiversity Protection at Sharaan Nature Reserve in AlUla. (Reuters)

AlUla is home to the Hegra archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage site famed for its ancient Nabataean tombs dotted amid the pristine sandstone mountains and valleys.

Saudi authorities have been vastly working on in recent years to make AlUla a top-tier destination for luxury travelers and art exhibitions.