/taxonomy/term/2016 en /node/2612105/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Sun, 2025-08-17 16:09</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> RIYADH: Ancient wooden doors scattered across the alleys of Jeddah鈥檚 historic Al-Balad neighborhood exemplify the traditional architecture of the Hijaz region.</p> <p> Their beauty has been preserved for centuries, and they have become symbolic of the architectural identity that led to the area joining the UNESCO World Heritage List.</p> <p> These doors are crafted from teak and walnut wood imported from India and East Africa, renowned for their durability and weatherproof quality.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/08/17/4631264-1851162099.png" width="555" height="840" alt="" title="These wooden doors are testimonies to the evolution of Hijazi society and its adaptation to the environment. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/08/17/4631265-1798441812.png" width="514" height="834" alt="" title="These wooden doors are testimonies to the evolution of Hijazi society and its adaptation to the environment. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">黑料社区</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2016">heritage</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/hijazi-architecture">Hijazi architecture</a></div></div></div> Sun, 17 Aug 2025 13:11:40 +0000 Arbee 2612105 at /node/2611335/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Sun, 2025-08-10 14:28</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> JEDDAH: The Saudi Heritage Commission has completed an archaeological survey and excavation at a site in Al-Qurainah, northwest of Riyadh, uncovering structures, artifacts, and evidence of human settlement over thousands of years.</p> <p> The work, carried out in collaboration with a team of Saudi experts, is part of the commission鈥檚 efforts to document and protect national heritage sites, promoting them as cultural and economic assets for the Kingdom.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/08/10/4629349-1194873402.png" width="1040" height="660" alt="" title="The work, carried out in collaboration with a team of Saudi experts, is part of the commission鈥檚 efforts to document and protect national heritage sites. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">黑料社区</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2016">heritage</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">黑料社区</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/pottery">pottery</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/archaelogy">archaelogy</a></div></div></div> Sun, 10 Aug 2025 11:30:25 +0000 Arbee 2611335 at /node/2611334/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix"><div class="field-label">Author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Sun, 2025-08-10 14:17</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> RIYADH: Each region of the Kingdom preserves customs passed down through generations.</p> <p> Muqana bread is a staple of Baha鈥檚 traditional cuisine, and local artisans prepare the dish at markets and heritage festivals, 鈥渄rawing large crowds,鈥� according to a Saudi Press Agency report.</p> <p> Recognized as the region鈥檚 official dish by 黑料社区鈥檚 Culinary Arts Commission, muqana bread is prized for its distinctive flavor. At the recent eighth Alatawelah Heritage Festival there was a muqana pavilion, at which visitors could watch the bread being made.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/08/10/4629343-113384883.jpg" width="1000" height="666" alt="" title="Muqana bread is prized for its distinctive flavor. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/08/10/4629344-364531035.jpg" width="1000" height="666" alt="" title="Muqana bread is a staple of Baha鈥檚 traditional cuisine. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/08/10/4629345-749859618.jpg" width="1000" height="699" alt="" title="Muqana bread is a staple of Baha鈥檚 traditional cuisine. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">黑料社区</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/bread">bread</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2016">heritage</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/al-baha">Al-Baha</a></div></div></div> Sun, 10 Aug 2025 11:21:42 +0000 Arbee 2611334 at /node/2610494/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix"><div class="field-label">Author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Sun, 2025-08-03 15:27</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> Riyadh: The 黑料社区n Scout Association participated in a cultural exchange event during the 16th World Scout Moot in Portugal.</p> <p> The global event brought together more than 7,100 scouts from 118 associations worldwide, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.</p> <p> The Saudi delegation showcased the country鈥檚 culture by serving traditional coffee, displaying regional men鈥檚 attire, and offering popular local dishes.</p> <p> The association also performed the traditional Ardah dance and other folk arts reflecting the Kingdom鈥檚 rich cultural heritage, the SPA added.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/08/03/4627244-263486933.jpeg" width="1385" height="1000" alt="" title="The global event brought together more than 7,100 scouts from 118 associations worldwide(SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">黑料社区</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">黑料社区</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/portugal">Portugal</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/scouts">scouts</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2016">heritage</a></div></div></div> Sun, 03 Aug 2025 12:29:32 +0000 shounaz.mekky 2610494 at /node/2608891/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix"><div class="field-label">Author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Mon, 2025-07-21 15:21</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> Riyadh: The Baha Craftsmen Forum, organized by the Technical and Vocational Training Corp., teaches youth and children the basics of the traditional handicrafts for which the region is renowned.</p> <p> Forum supervisor Nouf Al-Harbi said the forum offers 10 specialized training courses, including crochet doll-making, palm weaving, and stone and marble carving, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/21/4623173-1055063734.jpeg" width="1600" height="1066" alt="" title="The forum offers 10 specialized training courses, including crochet doll-making, palm weaving, and stone and marble carving. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/21/4623175-61619015.jpeg" width="1600" height="1066" alt="" title="The forum offers 10 specialized training courses, including crochet doll-making, palm weaving, and stone and marble carving. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">黑料社区</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">黑料社区</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/culture">culture</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2016">heritage</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tags/youth">youth</a></div></div></div> Mon, 21 Jul 2025 12:23:34 +0000 shounaz.mekky 2608891 at /node/2606986/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix"><div class="field-label">Author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Sat, 2025-07-05 14:37</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> RIYADH: A heritage festival in Hail is captivating visitors with a rich array of handicrafts that blend artistry and historical authenticity, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.</p> <p> The 30-day festival offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the dedication behind creating everyday necessities and celebrating the success of local craftswomen.</p> <p> More than 40 activities are on display, allowing visitors to explore traditional skills such as wickerwork, sadu weaving, crochet, hand-woven textiles, and distinctive Najdi and Hail door making.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/05/4618304-58823055.jpg" width="1000" height="666" alt="" title="The 30-day heritage festival in Hail offers a glimpse into the past. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/05/4618305-631741091.jpg" width="1000" height="666" alt="" title="The 30-day heritage festival in Hail offers a glimpse into the past. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/05/4618306-2062862574.jpg" width="1000" height="666" alt="" title="The 30-day heritage festival in Hail offers a glimpse into the past. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/05/4618307-2046372434.jpg" width="1000" height="666" alt="" title="The 30-day heritage festival in Hail offers a glimpse into the past. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/05/4618308-1133427983.jpg" width="1000" height="666" alt="" title="The 30-day heritage festival in Hail offers a glimpse into the past. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/05/4618309-1360122068.jpg" width="1000" height="666" alt="" title="The 30-day heritage festival in Hail offers a glimpse into the past. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/05/4618310-1000301254.jpg" width="1000" height="666" alt="" title="The 30-day heritage festival in Hail offers a glimpse into the past. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/05/4618311-1961367400.jpg" width="1000" height="666" alt="" title="The 30-day heritage festival in Hail offers a glimpse into the past. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/05/4618312-643295054.jpg" width="1000" height="666" alt="" title="The 30-day heritage festival in Hail offers a glimpse into the past. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">黑料社区</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2016">heritage</a></div></div></div> Sat, 05 Jul 2025 11:40:29 +0000 Arbee 2606986 at /node/2606640/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/taxonomy/term/247521">Tareq Al-Thaqafi</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Wed, 2025-07-02 15:49</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> Makkah: Saudi designer Saliha Al-Shahrani is powerful force in the Kingdom鈥檚 fashion world who uses her work to reimagine the rich culture of the country鈥檚 south.</p> <p> Hailing from the mountainous region of Asir, she has forged a unique creative path drawing on local traditions.</p> <p> Al-Shahrani spoke to Arab News about how her connection to southern Arabia is a natural extension of her identity.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/02/4617400-1754497848.jpeg" width="1600" height="1600" alt="" title="Saliha Al-Shahrani&#039;s designs are inspired by traditional southern Arabian dress and the region&#039;s natural landmarks. (Supplied)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/02/4617404-1998837721.jpeg" width="1280" height="1600" alt="" title="Saliha Al-Shahrani&#039;s designs are inspired by traditional southern Arabian dress and the region&#039;s natural landmarks. (Supplied)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/02/4617405-1089647415.jpeg" width="1066" height="1600" alt="" title="Saliha Al-Shahrani&#039;s designs are inspired by traditional southern Arabian dress and the region&#039;s natural landmarks. (Supplied)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/02/4617406-330359382.jpeg" width="1600" height="1066" alt="" title="Saliha Al-Shahrani&#039;s designs are inspired by traditional southern Arabian dress and the region&#039;s natural landmarks. (Supplied)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">黑料社区</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">黑料社区</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2016">heritage</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/fashion">fashion</a></div></div></div> Wed, 02 Jul 2025 12:51:41 +0000 shounaz.mekky 2606640 at /node/2606526/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix"><div class="field-label">Author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Tue, 2025-07-01 16:16</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> RIYADH: Researchers at Umm Al-Qura University have developed modern home accessories inspired by traditional Saudi handicrafts, aiming to integrate cultural heritage into contemporary interior design.</p> <p> Led by Ahoud Hassanein from the Interior Design and Arts Department, the study explores how classical craft elements 鈥� such as wooden carvings, Sadu patterns, pottery, and palm frond weaving 鈥� can be adapted for modern living spaces while preserving cultural value and supporting local artisans.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/07/01/4617096-1872699796.jpeg" width="600" height="402" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">黑料社区</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">黑料社区</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2016">heritage</a></div></div></div> Tue, 01 Jul 2025 13:18:58 +0000 shounaz.mekky 2606526 at /node/2606266/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/lama-al-hamawi">Lama Alhamawi</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Sun, 2025-06-29 15:10</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> Riyadh:聽Madinah鈥檚 art scene is expanding, featuring a rich blend of traditional and contemporary influences rooted in the Kingdom鈥檚 Islamic heritage, cultural identity and historical lineage.</p> <p> 鈥淭he art scene in Madinah is constantly evolving, leading artists in the city to keep pace with this development and enter the artistic landscape,鈥� artist and Madinah native Meshal Al-Hujaili told Arab News.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/29/4616454-1822759410.jpeg" width="1920" height="1920" alt="" title="Artist Meshal Abdullrahman Alhujaili spoke to Arab News about how he aims to pursue simplicity with artistic depth in his work. (Supplied/Meshal Alhujaili)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/29/4616460-1545010050.jpeg" width="1075" height="1920" alt="" title="Artist Meshal Abdullrahman Alhujaili spoke to Arab News about how he aims to pursue simplicity with artistic depth in his work. (Supplied/Meshal Alhujaili)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/29/4616461-1912535804.jpeg" width="1920" height="1920" alt="" title="Artist Meshal Abdullrahman Alhujaili spoke to Arab News about how he aims to pursue simplicity with artistic depth in his work. (Supplied/Meshal Alhujaili)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/29/4617165-947543215.jpg" width="1000" height="1776" alt="Artist Meshal Abdullrahman Alhujaili spoke to Arab News about how he aims to pursue simplicity with artistic depth in his work. (Supplied/Meshal Alhujaili)" title="Artist Meshal Abdullrahman Alhujaili spoke to Arab News about how he aims to pursue simplicity with artistic depth in his work. (Supplied/Meshal Alhujaili)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/29/4617166-1320550004.jpg" width="1000" height="1785" alt="Artist Meshal Abdullrahman Alhujaili spoke to Arab News about how he aims to pursue simplicity with artistic depth in his work. (Supplied/Meshal Alhujaili)" title="Artist Meshal Abdullrahman Alhujaili spoke to Arab News about how he aims to pursue simplicity with artistic depth in his work. (Supplied/Meshal Alhujaili)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/29/4617167-59613623.jpg" width="1000" height="1776" alt="Artist Meshal Abdullrahman Alhujaili spoke to Arab News about how he aims to pursue simplicity with artistic depth in his work. (Supplied/Meshal Alhujaili)" title="Artist Meshal Abdullrahman Alhujaili spoke to Arab News about how he aims to pursue simplicity with artistic depth in his work. (Supplied/Meshal Alhujaili)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/29/4617168-561954404.jpg" width="1000" height="1778" alt="Artist Meshal Abdullrahman Alhujaili spoke to Arab News about how he aims to pursue simplicity with artistic depth in his work. (Supplied/Meshal Alhujaili)" title="Artist Meshal Abdullrahman Alhujaili spoke to Arab News about how he aims to pursue simplicity with artistic depth in his work. (Supplied/Meshal Alhujaili)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/29/4617169-22703875.jpg" width="1000" height="1776" alt="Artist Meshal Abdullrahman Alhujaili spoke to Arab News about how he aims to pursue simplicity with artistic depth in his work. (Supplied/Meshal Alhujaili)" title="Artist Meshal Abdullrahman Alhujaili spoke to Arab News about how he aims to pursue simplicity with artistic depth in his work. (Supplied/Meshal Alhujaili)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">黑料社区</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">黑料社区</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2016">heritage</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/art">art</a></div></div></div> Sun, 29 Jun 2025 12:13:48 +0000 shounaz.mekky 2606266 at /node/2606263/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Sun, 2025-06-29 14:55</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> Riyadh: The year 2025 has been designated the 鈥淵ear of Handicrafts鈥� in the Kingdom to reinforce traditional arts and crafts as authentic cultural heritage.</p> <p> The initiative aims to promote the practice, preservation, documentation and integration of handicrafts into modern life, celebrating a cultural legacy central to national identity, a Saudi Press Agency report said.</p> <p> It seeks to support artisans, enhance their skills and prevent traditional crafts from disappearing. It emphasizes manual crafts made using simple tools, without modern technology.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/29/4616447-1753771618.jpeg" width="1600" height="1210" alt="" title="The initiative seeks to support artisans, enhance their skills, and prevent traditional crafts from disappearing. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/29/4616449-1741113544.jpeg" width="1600" height="1010" alt="" title="The initiative seeks to support artisans, enhance their skills, and prevent traditional crafts from disappearing. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/29/4616450-928873542.jpeg" width="1600" height="1237" alt="" title="The initiative seeks to support artisans, enhance their skills, and prevent traditional crafts from disappearing. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/29/4616451-678117007.jpeg" width="1600" height="1122" alt="" title="The initiative seeks to support artisans, enhance their skills, and prevent traditional crafts from disappearing. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">黑料社区</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">黑料社区</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2016">heritage</a></div></div></div> Sun, 29 Jun 2025 11:57:19 +0000 shounaz.mekky 2606263 at /node/2606156/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Sat, 2025-06-28 15:06</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> RIYADH: Now in its fourth year, the Beit Hail Festival has established itself as a prominent cultural, tourism, and entertainment event, attracting many visitors to the region.</p> <p> The festival showcases traditional handicrafts that reflect Hail鈥檚 historical roots and offers interactive activities and performances, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Friday.</p> <p> These elements celebrate the region鈥檚 heritage and community identity while blending tradition with modern touches, the SPA reported.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/28/4616143-1965622126.jpeg" width="1600" height="1102" alt="" title="The festival showcases traditional handicrafts that reflect Hail鈥檚 historical roots and offers interactive activities and performances (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/28/4616145-71683303.jpeg" width="1600" height="1066" alt="" title="The festival showcases traditional handicrafts that reflect Hail鈥檚 historical roots and offers interactive activities and performances (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/28/4616146-1909806497.jpeg" width="1600" height="1066" alt="" title="The festival showcases traditional handicrafts that reflect Hail鈥檚 historical roots and offers interactive activities and performances (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/06/28/4616147-1856245713.jpeg" width="1600" height="1066" alt="" title="The festival showcases traditional handicrafts that reflect Hail鈥檚 historical roots and offers interactive activities and performances (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">黑料社区</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">黑料社区</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2016">heritage</a></div></div></div> Sat, 28 Jun 2025 12:09:06 +0000 shounaz.mekky 2606156 at /node/2601323/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Mon, 2025-05-19 15:52</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> RIYADH: The Artisans House in Jazan is helping to preserve traditional handicrafts that have declined in recent years in the face of modern technology.</p> <p> This effort, to help contribute to the region鈥檚 cultural heritage, supports the Heritage Commission鈥檚 goal of developing Saudi artisans鈥� skills while promoting the aesthetic and authentic qualities of local crafts through training, according to the Saudi Press Agency.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/05/19/4603421-1040605511.jpg" width="1300" height="866" alt="Some 30 artisans are enrolled on a year-long program focused on qa鈥檃id making, taqiyah weaving, and seashell crafts, reconnecting with regional traditions. (SPA)" title="Some 30 artisans are enrolled on a year-long program focused on qa鈥檃id making, taqiyah weaving, and seashell crafts, reconnecting with regional traditions. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/05/19/4603422-102829003.jpg" width="1300" height="941" alt="Some 30 artisans are enrolled on a year-long program focused on qa鈥檃id making, taqiyah weaving, and seashell crafts, reconnecting with regional traditions. (SPA)" title="Some 30 artisans are enrolled on a year-long program focused on qa鈥檃id making, taqiyah weaving, and seashell crafts, reconnecting with regional traditions. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/05/19/4603423-2002756498.jpg" width="1300" height="866" alt="Some 30 artisans are enrolled on a year-long program focused on qa鈥檃id making, taqiyah weaving, and seashell crafts, reconnecting with regional traditions. (SPA)" title="Some 30 artisans are enrolled on a year-long program focused on qa鈥檃id making, taqiyah weaving, and seashell crafts, reconnecting with regional traditions. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/05/19/4603424-1672892186.jpg" width="1300" height="866" alt="Some 30 artisans are enrolled on a year-long program focused on qa鈥檃id making, taqiyah weaving, and seashell crafts, reconnecting with regional traditions. (SPA)" title="Some 30 artisans are enrolled on a year-long program focused on qa鈥檃id making, taqiyah weaving, and seashell crafts, reconnecting with regional traditions. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/05/19/4603425-1992893872.jpg" width="1300" height="866" alt="Some 30 artisans are enrolled on a year-long program focused on qa鈥檃id making, taqiyah weaving, and seashell crafts, reconnecting with regional traditions. (SPA)" title="Some 30 artisans are enrolled on a year-long program focused on qa鈥檃id making, taqiyah weaving, and seashell crafts, reconnecting with regional traditions. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/05/19/4603427-177048252.jpg" width="1300" height="866" alt="Some 30 artisans are enrolled on a year-long program focused on qa鈥檃id making, taqiyah weaving, and seashell crafts, reconnecting with regional traditions. (SPA)" title="Some 30 artisans are enrolled on a year-long program focused on qa鈥檃id making, taqiyah weaving, and seashell crafts, reconnecting with regional traditions. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">黑料社区</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/jazan">Jazan</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2016">heritage</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tags/crafts">Crafts</a></div></div></div> Mon, 19 May 2025 14:00:45 +0000 zaynab.khojji 2601323 at /node/2601093/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-inline clearfix"><div class="field-label">Author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Sat, 2025-05-17 14:33</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> JEDDAH: King Abdulaziz University, through its Faculty of Architecture and Planning, has completed a virtual tourism project using geomatics technologies to deliver interactive tours of key tourist destinations.</p> <p> The initiative enhances the visibility of cultural and heritage sites, and reflects the growing use of technologies to collect, analyze and interpret spatial data, the Saudi Press Agency reported.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/05/17/4602780-1797958587.jpeg" width="1600" height="889" alt="" title="The project promotes cultural awareness and could help attract investment to the tourism sector. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/05/17/4602781-2143418262.jpeg" width="1600" height="1059" alt="" title="The project promotes cultural awareness and could help attract investment to the tourism sector. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">黑料社区</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">黑料社区</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2016">heritage</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/tourism">tourism</a></div></div></div> Sat, 17 May 2025 11:35:18 +0000 shounaz.mekky 2601093 at /node/2600423/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Mon, 2025-05-12 15:57</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> RIYADH: The sixth Jusoor exhibition, organized by the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs in Pristina, Kosovo, offered visitors an immersive experience of the Kingdom鈥檚 heritage.</p> <p> The event featured the aroma of incense, the flavor of authentic Saudi coffee, a traditional Najdi majlis and an interactive photo booth, according to the Saudi Press Agency.</p> <p> At the Saudi coffee section, visitors savored traditional Saudi hospitality with each sip, complemented by the soothing aroma of incense.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/05/12/4601044-2083701783.jpeg" width="901" height="701" alt="" title="At the Saudi coffee section, visitors savored traditional Saudi hospitality with each sip, complemented by the soothing aroma of incense. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/05/12/4601045-2146699743.jpeg" width="1600" height="980" alt="" title="The event featured the aroma of incense, the flavor of authentic Saudi coffee and a traditional Najdi majlis. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/05/12/4601048-518392176.jpeg" width="1100" height="780" alt="" title="Saudi Ambassador to Albania and Non-Resident Ambassador to Kosovo Faisal bin Ghazi Hifzi also toured the exhibition鈥檚 pavilions and associated events, highlighting the Kingdom鈥檚 cultural and religious dimensions. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">黑料社区</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">黑料社区</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2016">heritage</a></div></div></div> Mon, 12 May 2025 12:59:08 +0000 shounaz.mekky 2600423 at /node/2600208/saudi-arabia <div class="field field-name-field-rbitem-author field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">article author:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/rbitem-author/arab-news">Arab News</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-publication-date field-type-datestamp field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="date-display-single">Sat, 2025-05-10 14:48</span></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> DHAHRAN: International delegations taking part in the Asian Physics Olympiad, hosted by 黑料社区 in Dhahran from May 4 to 12, enjoyed a dynamic schedule of scientific competitions, cultural activities, educational events and entertainment.</p> <p> The enriching experience brought together 240 students from 30 countries and 110 international physics specialists, the Saudi Press Agency reported.</p></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-binary field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/05/10/4600465-1975387316.jpeg" width="1600" height="1066" alt="" title="The enriching experience brought together 240 students from 30 countries and 110 international physics specialists. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/05/10/4600466-868002793.jpeg" width="1600" height="1066" alt="" title="The enriching experience brought together 240 students from 30 countries and 110 international physics specialists. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item even"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/05/10/4600467-592019262.jpeg" width="1041" height="800" alt="" title="The enriching experience brought together 240 students from 30 countries and 110 international physics specialists. (SPA)" /></div><div class="field-item odd"><img src="/sites/default/files/2025/05/10/4600468-715921756.jpeg" width="1062" height="800" alt="" title="The enriching experience brought together 240 students from 30 countries and 110 international physics specialists. (SPA)" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Main category:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/saudiarabia">黑料社区</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-9 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/tags/saudi-arabia">黑料社区</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/taxonomy/term/2016">heritage</a></div></div></div> Sat, 10 May 2025 11:50:21 +0000 shounaz.mekky 2600208 at