JEDDAH: Kharlzada Kasrat Rai, a Pakistani, recently completed his peace walk from Jeddah to Riyadh in 13 days.
His 1,100 km peace walk, during his second visit to the Kingdom, was labeled “Mohabbat Haramain Sharifain” (Love for the Two Holy Mosques).
Praising the hospitality of Saudis and expatriates alike, Rai said the love of the people in both countries inspired and encouraged him to undertake the walk.
“The Harmain Sharifain walk was essentially meant to express Pakistan’s solidarity with Saudi Arabia, which means that we’ll never leave the Kingdom and its people alone,” Rai said.
Rai told Arab News that his main aim of doing this peace walk from Jeddah to Riyadh was to disseminate the message of love and peace, and to let the world know how much Pakistanis love the Two Holy Mosques. Rai said Pakistan is home for all Pakistanis living inside and outside their country. His mission is to present Pakistan as a symbol of peace in the world.
“This successful walk in solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has demonstrated to the world the strong bonds between the two countries,” said Rai.
“I am thankful to the Saudi government and the Pakistani missions, and people from the two countries for supporting my cause. I am also thankful to my companions Burhanullah and Muhammad Ahmed Mubashir, who managed the walk route,” he said.
Peace-walker boosts Saudi-Pakistani ties
Peace-walker boosts Saudi-Pakistani ties
Rare exhibits on display at King Abdulaziz Palace
- The piece reflects the precision of traditional craftsmanship and its social symbolism tied to strength and horsemanship
RIYADH: Exhibits on display at the King Abdulaziz Palace in the historic village of Laynah highlight rich aspects of human history and environmental change in the Arabian Peninsula as part of a series of palace activation events organized by the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority during the Darb Zubaida Winter Season.
The exhibits feature rare historical artifacts carrying cultural and scientific significance that document different lifestyles and environmental shifts in the region over the centuries.
Among the most notable pieces is a traditional rifle crafted from natural wood and fitted with a handwoven leather strap, historically used for hunting and protection.
The piece reflects the precision of traditional craftsmanship and its social symbolism tied to strength and horsemanship.
The authority stated that the palace welcomes visitors daily until Feb. 15, from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., as part of unified tourism programs aimed at organizing visitor flow and providing opportunities to explore historical sites in a safe and engaging environment.
