Madinah, May 12, 2026, SPA — An integrated system of services for older people and persons with disabilities is being provided at the Prophet’s Mosque and its surrounding facilities during the current Hajj season, to facilitate their movement and enable them to perform their worship and visits with ease and tranquility, as part of efforts to enhance the quality of services provided to visitors to the Prophet’s Mosque. The services include facilitating access and movement within the Prophet’s Mosque by providing electric and manual wheelchairs and carts at designated locations, as well as equipping pathways, entrances, and el
Najran, May 11, 2026, SPA — Environmental, natural, and geographical factors have made Najran one of Saudi Arabia’s leading agricultural regions. Agriculture has long been a fundamental pillar for local communities, supporting food security and strengthening the local economy. Farmers have benefited from the region’s favorable landscape, enabling them to continuously supply local markets while adopting modern and innovative farming methods such as greenhouses and vertical farming. These techniques have boosted production and reduced water consumption, reflecting the professionalism of Najran’s farmers in developing susta
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Located in the restored Bab Al Bunt building, the Red Sea Museum will serve as a cultural anchor in Historic Jeddah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Visitors will explore over 1,000 artifacts and artworks across seven themes in 23 galleries, alongside the inaugural temporary exhibition ‘The Gate of Gates’ The museum will host a dynamic public program of workshops, masterclasses, panel discussions, talks, and performances 24 November 2025, Saudi Arabia, JEDDAH: The Saudi Museums Commission, one of the 11 sectors of the Saudi Ministry of Culture, today announced that the Red Sea Museum will open to the public on 6 December
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