MADINAH: Prince Salman bin Sultan, the governor of Madinah, inaugurated the 13th International Cultural Festival, organized by the Islamic University of Madinah.
Several officials and diplomats from Arab and Islamic countries attended the opening ceremony for the festival, which runs from April 13 to 19, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
University President Saleh Alagla thanked the governor for his patronage and continued support of the university, which has graduated more than 100,000 students from 170 countries.
Spanning 28,000 sq. meters, the festival features students from 90 countries and offers more than 150 events and activities for families and children, including Saudi Coffee Day and Arabic Poetry Day.
With more than 100 pavilions, the festival is a display of diverse cultures, heritage, fashion, and traditions of students from around the world.
The event also celebrates the Year of Handicrafts and highlights the Kingdom’s support for scholarship students, according to the SPA.
A symposium will focus on promoting moderation, tolerance, and rejecting extremism, with expert speakers offering their insights.
