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Described as the archeological jewel of the Kingdom, Al-Ula is home to numerous archeological sites and is a meeting point of many civilizations. An ancient marker for the changing of the agricultural season, Tantora is a sundial located in Al-Ula’s old town. AL-ULA — This winter, the northern city of Al-Ula will play host to a special season of events and festivities.The Winter at Tantora festival will be the first event of its…
JEDDAH: One of the most important historically preserved sites for culture and heritage in Saudi Arabia is set to experience an enchanting reawakening in the near future. Dec. 20 will mark the first…
Source: Winter at Tantora: Musical extravaganza at Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ula
In the oases of Al-Ahsa region, nestled in east Saudi Arabia, there are historical landmarks of…
Source: UNESCO-recognized Saudi Ahsa region is cradle for many civilizations
JEDDAH: In comparison with the developments of modern urban infrastructure, Jeddah’s ancient port center of Al-Balad has largely stood the test of time. Although Al-Balad has been a UNESCO Cultural…
Source: Test of time: How modern technology is saving Jeddah’s Al-Balad
Shortly after Turkish officials confirmed that journalist Jamal Khashoggi had been murdered in the Saudi Consulate building in Istanbul earlier this month, French President Emmanuel Macron issued an official decree stating that plans for the French and Saudi cultural project of Al-Ula Province in Saudi Arabia would continue, reports the Art Newspaper.
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Source: Travellers reveal the secret to visiting every country in the world
JEDDAH: The addition of Al-Ahsa to the World Heritage List is great economic and an investment opportunity, according to Prince Sultan bin Salman, the president of Saudi Commission for Tourism and…
Source: ‘Al-Ahsa offers great economic, investment opportunities,’ says Saudi
Preserved history enhances the image of a country. It is a treasure the value of which cannot be measured in financial terms. Saudi Arabia has a rich history, preserved in the tales of the many…
Source: ThePlace: Hail’s rock art
The kingdom is aiming to bring money spent by Saudis abroad back to the domestic market…
