Heritage Commission Launches Cultural Events to Mark World Heritage Day

​​​​​​​The program also includes workshops, live demonstrations by artisans, and dedicated retail spaces where artisans display and sell their handmade products - SPA
​​​​​​​The program also includes workshops, live demonstrations by artisans, and dedicated retail spaces where artisans display and sell their handmade products - SPA
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Heritage Commission Launches Cultural Events to Mark World Heritage Day

​​​​​​​The program also includes workshops, live demonstrations by artisans, and dedicated retail spaces where artisans display and sell their handmade products - SPA
​​​​​​​The program also includes workshops, live demonstrations by artisans, and dedicated retail spaces where artisans display and sell their handmade products - SPA

To mark World Heritage Day, observed annually on April 18, the Heritage Commission has launched a series of heritage and cultural events, taking place from April 16 to 21 at the Laysen Valley in Riyadh, to raise public awareness of the importance of national heritage by highlighting World Heritage Sites in the Kingdom and affirming their significance on the global map.
The events feature a variety of activities designed to offer an exceptional experience, allowing visitors to explore the Kingdom's rich heritage.

They showcase the cultural significance in an innovative way, blending interactive experiences to inspire a deeper appreciation of national heritage, SPA reported.
Among the highlights are drone shows on April 18 at the Heritage Valley area, a designated children's area, and pavilions showcasing heritage arts and handicrafts.
The program also includes workshops, live demonstrations by artisans, and dedicated retail spaces where artisans display and sell their handmade products.
The commission is keen to prepare for and celebrate this day as a vital means of honoring the Kingdom's rich heritage and creatively showcasing its cultural components and historical depth to all segments of society.



Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Hajj Program Guests Visit Kiswa Complex, Revelation Exhibition

Guests are seen at the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Holy Kaaba Kiswa and the Revelation Exhibition at the Hira Cultural District in Makkah. (SPA)
Guests are seen at the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Holy Kaaba Kiswa and the Revelation Exhibition at the Hira Cultural District in Makkah. (SPA)
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Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Hajj Program Guests Visit Kiswa Complex, Revelation Exhibition

Guests are seen at the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Holy Kaaba Kiswa and the Revelation Exhibition at the Hira Cultural District in Makkah. (SPA)
Guests are seen at the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Holy Kaaba Kiswa and the Revelation Exhibition at the Hira Cultural District in Makkah. (SPA)

Guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visitation toured the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Holy Kaaba Kiswa and the Revelation Exhibition at the Hira Cultural District in Makkah, as part of a program implemented and supervised by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance.

Guests learned about the stages of Kiswa production, from fabric preparation to embroidery. They were also introduced to the raw materials used in the weaving process and participated in a symbolic experience of stitching a section of the new Kiswa, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Sunday.

The guests also toured the diverse halls of the Revelation Exhibition, where they viewed displays narrating the stories of the prophets and highlighting the prophetic features from the life of Prophet Muhammad.

The guests expressed their gratitude to the Kingdom’s leadership for its great dedication to preserving the Prophet’s biography and the history of Islam.

The number of guests hosted under this year’s program has reached 2,443 pilgrims from over 100 countries. All services are provided to the guests through an integrated system overseen by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance.

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