Egyptian products, folk arts draw visitors in Makkah

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The exhibition showcases a wide range of Egyptian products, including handicrafts, food items, and consumer goods, along with family-friendly entertainment and interactive activities. (SPA)
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The exhibition showcases a wide range of Egyptian products, including handicrafts, food items, and consumer goods, along with family-friendly entertainment and interactive activities. (SPA)
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The exhibition showcases a wide range of Egyptian products, including handicrafts, food, and consumer goods, along with family-friendly entertainment and interactive activities. (SPA)
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The exhibition showcases a wide range of Egyptian products, including handicrafts, food, and consumer goods, along with family-friendly entertainment and interactive activities. (SPA)
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Updated 26 January 2026
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Egyptian products, folk arts draw visitors in Makkah

MAKKAH: The Egyptian Products Exhibition in Makkah offers a diverse shopping and entertainment experience, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.

Hosted by the Makkah Chamber of Commerce at its Exhibition and Events Center, the event features Egyptian folk arts that highlight the nation’s rich heritage. 

The accompanying program includes performances inspired by traditional and folk arts, reflecting the diversity of Egyptian culture, the SPA added.

These performances are presented alongside displays of traditional handicrafts and heritage products that blend authenticity with modern creativity. 

The inclusion of folk arts aims to enrich the visitor experience beyond shopping, promote cultural exchange, and support Egypt’s cultural presence at events in the Kingdom. 

The exhibition showcases a wide range of Egyptian products, including handicrafts, food, and consumer goods, along with family-friendly entertainment and interactive activities. 

Running until Feb. 1, the exhibition strengthens commercial and cultural ties between Saudi Arabia and Egypt, the SPA reported.


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