RIYADH: Saudi Arabia women are taking center stage at Global Village in Makkah with their heritage-inspired crafts.

The women’s creations form part of Makkah’s Winter Season offerings, which includes cultural performances. There are several international pavilions also set up, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.

This year, the Saudi pavilion features traditional clothing and embroidered fabrics, reflecting the cultural richness of the Kingdom’s regions, and underscoring the role of women in preserving and modernizing traditional handicrafts.

Through interactive booths and workshops, the craftswomen engaged with visitors, offering live demonstrations of weaving, embroidery, knitting, and other skills passed down through generations.

The event provides a valuable platform for the women to boost the marketing of their small businesses, and generate direct economic benefits, the SPA reported.

The pavilion attracted significant visitor interest, with attendees eager to learn about how local culture is expressed through handmade products.

The Global Village includes a wood-carving corner, where artisans are showcasing traditional skills.

Part of the winter season activities, the village serves as an integrated cultural and tourism platform.