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Riyadh library launches cultural tourism initiative

Riyadh library launches cultural tourism initiative
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The library鈥檚 cultural tourism approach goes beyond traditional collections, offering access to historical and rare manuscripts, art and more.(SPA)
Riyadh library launches cultural tourism initiative
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The library鈥檚 cultural tourism approach goes beyond traditional collections, offering access to historical and rare manuscripts, art and more.(SPA)
Riyadh library launches cultural tourism initiative
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The library鈥檚 cultural tourism approach goes beyond traditional collections, offering access to historical and rare manuscripts, art and more.(SPA)
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Updated 19 November 2024

Riyadh library launches cultural tourism initiative

Riyadh library launches cultural tourism initiative

Riyadh: The King Abdulaziz Public Library in Riyadh has launched an initiative to position 黑料社区 as a top global destination for cultural tourism by attracting visitors worldwide to explore the library鈥檚 diverse branches, both within and outside the Kingdom.

This project aligns with the Kingdom鈥檚 Vision 2030 by strengthening national identity, fostering cultural exchange, and supporting sustainable development, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Through its efforts, the library seeks to showcase 黑料社区鈥檚 rich heritage, folk arts, and traditions, while deepening citizens鈥 connections to their cultural roots and contributing to economic diversification.

The library鈥檚 general supervisor, Faisal bin Muammar, affirmed its commitment to advancing the Kingdom鈥檚 cultural and tourism objectives.

The library鈥檚 cultural tourism approach goes beyond traditional collections, offering access to historical and rare manuscripts, art and more.


Coffee and chocolate festival draws crowds for a flavorful experience

Coffee and chocolate festival draws crowds for a flavorful experience
Updated 07 November 2025

Coffee and chocolate festival draws crowds for a flavorful experience

Coffee and chocolate festival draws crowds for a flavorful experience
  • The exhibition provided opportunities for those interested in increasing their knowledge or professionally pursuing coffee or chocolate making, to attend workshops presented by specialists using the latest training methods

JEDDAH: The Jeddah International Coffee and Chocolate Exhibition 2025, which was held from Nov. 5-7 at the Hilton, drew in thousands of visitors this year. 

The popular annual event featured over 70 exhibitors, including top coffee and chocolate suppliers and manufacturers, entrepreneurs, and professionals in the industry and distribution sector.

The popular annual event featured over 70 exhibitors, including top coffee and chocolate suppliers and manufacturers, entrepreneurs. (AN photo)

It also included a diverse selection of booths for manufacturers and suppliers promoting sweets, dates, and ice cream.

The exhibition provided opportunities for those interested in increasing their knowledge or professionally pursuing coffee or chocolate making, to attend workshops presented by specialists using the latest training methods.

The popular annual event featured over 70 exhibitors, including top coffee and chocolate suppliers and manufacturers, entrepreneurs. (AN photo)

Speaking at the event, Suhail bin Bakr Al-Tayyar, CEO of Nitaq Business Co. who organized the event, stressed that this year鈥檚 edition witnessed broad participation from local and international companies, and interactive programs enriched the visitor experience and supported the growth of this vital sector in the Kingdom.

He said: 鈥淭he exhibition represents a leading national platform to empower Saudi youth and entrepreneurs, and to promote a culture of quality and creativity in the coffee and chocolate industry, in line with the Kingdom鈥檚 Vision 2030 in supporting innovation and developing promising sectors.鈥

The popular annual event featured over 70 exhibitors, including top coffee and chocolate suppliers and manufacturers, entrepreneurs. (AN photo)

Alongside traditional coffee beverages and chocolate tasting, the exhibition included the first-ever Saudi Coffee and Chocolate Championship, along with a number of workshops, competitions, and panel discussions presented by specialists in coffee preparation and chocolate making. 

The opening ceremony on Wednesday was attended by top officials from Jeddah Municipality, elite coffee and chocolatiers, entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors.