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Madinah, April 2, 2026, SPA — The third edition of the Umrah and Ziyarah Forum concluded on Wednesday. The forum was held under the patronage of Governor of Madinah Region Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, and organized by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, in partnership with the Pilgrim Experience Program. The event took place from March 30 to April 1 at the King Salman International Convention Center in Madinah. The Umrah and Ziyarah Forum saw broad local and international participation over its three days, attracting more than 50,000 registrants from 165 countries. This participation reflects its growing status as a leading global

Riyadh, February 20, 2026, SPA — Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Princess Fahda bint Falah Al Hathleen, spouse of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, honored the winners of the 27th edition of the local competition for the King Salman bin Abdulaziz Award for Memorization, Recitation, and Interpretation of the Holy Quran, organized and supervised by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, yesterday at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Riyadh. The current edition witnessed wide participation from all regions of the Kingdom, with more than 3,600 male and female contestants p

Riyadh, January 23, 2026, SPA — The third edition of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Camel Festival kicks off today at Riyadh’s historic Janadriyah Square. Held under the patronage of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the 10-day event features camel beauty contests and races for both male and female riders, with total prizes exceeding SAR75 million. Since its inaugural 2024 edition, the festival has evolved into a global icon of heritage sports. The 2025 edition saw record-breaking race times and expanded international participation from across the Gulf and beyond. This year’s event continues that momentum, seamlessly b

AlUla, January 15, 2026, SPA — Arts AlUla has announced the lineup of Saudi and international artists participating in the fourth edition of Desert X AlUla, the international open-air art exhibition held in collaboration with Desert X. Running from January 16 to February 28, the exhibition will feature an exceptional selection of specially commissioned artworks, ranging from large-scale installations and sound pieces that stretch across and beneath the desert landscape, to kinetic works and immersive interactive experiences. The showcase reflects a deep connection to AlUla’s unique environment, its dramatic natural landscapes, an

Makkah, January 9, 2026, SPA — The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance launched the preliminary rounds of the 27th edition of the Local Competition for the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Award for the Holy Quran Memorization, Recitation and Interpretation for male and female participants. The competition is in its 27th edition, held in Makkah in 1447 AH. The first day of the preliminary rounds saw strong student participation, reflecting high proficiency and fair competition. The rounds were conducted with precise organization and comprehensive supervision, creating a positive, motiva

Jeddah, December 31, 2025, SPA — The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s participation in the Dakar Rally has shown a remarkable upward trajectory, strengthening Saudi Arabia’s presence in one of the world’s toughest motorsport events. This progress has evolved from limited individual entries to a confident national presence, culminating in a Saudi competitor winning the previous edition of the rally. With the seventh edition of the Dakar Rally Saudi Arabia 2026 approaching, scheduled for January 3 to 17, 25 Saudi male and female competitors are set to participate. The rally was organized by the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Fed

Saudi Arabia’s multi-trillion-dollar construction pipeline offers opportunities for industry professionals at Big 5 Construct Saudi from 18 – 21 January Featuring over 1,100 exhibitors from more than 50 countries, the event highlights products and solutions that elevate quality, durability and design Architect Leaders Forum Saudi Arabia, a closed-door gathering of architects, designers and urban visionaries, explores design and architecture in contemporary Saudi Arabia Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | 08 December 2025: Saudi Arabia’s ambitious multi-trillion-dollar construction pipeline, driven by Vision 2030 and giga projects s

RIYADH, KSA (December 2025) – This season, The Red Sea EDITION invites guests to experience a modern coastal escape along Saudi Arabia’s most captivating shoreline. From 24 December 2025 to 6 January 2026, guests can enjoy a refined getaway available across all room types, including a lavish daily breakfast, a vibrant daily entertainment program, and an exceptional 31 December celebration featuring world-class performances. The resort’s signature programming elevates every day of the festive period. Guests can immerse themselves in the electrifying Jiwa Sound Series, featuring resident DJs, live percussion, and dynamic beachfront

Riyadh, November 26, 2025, SPA — In the Chinese pavilion at the third edition of the Saudi International Handcrafts Week (Banan), organized by the Heritage Commission, Wu Jianmei sat with a calmness that reflected long experience. Without raising her voice, she filled the space with her presence as she worked with a fine needle that seemed almost a natural extension of her fingers, as if she had been born with a thread that revives heritage each time it passes through her hands. Jianmei’s participation was not simply an artistic appearance as part of the Guest of Honor delegation; it was a live encounter between an ancient cultur