Qassim’s ‘Heritage District’ Event Celebrates Saudi Cultural Traditions

Qassim:The Unaizah Tourism Cooperative Association organized a two-day event titled "Heritage District" at Jadat Al-Nakheel to celebrate the International Day of the Intangible Cultural Heritage. This event highlighted Saudi Arabia's rich traditions, crafts, and cultural identity.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the event featured seven heritage pavilions that showcased various aspects of Saudi culture, including falconry, Saudi coffee, traditional crafts, Arabic calligraphy, and folk arts. An exhibition dedicated to writer Abdullah bin Khamis was also part of the event, providing visitors with a comprehensive glimpse into the nation's cultural heritage and traditional lifestyles.

Bandar Al-Jenaini, the association's Executive Director, stated that the event aimed to preserve traditional arts, crafts, and dialects, introducing these inherited practices and skills to younger generations. Public Relations and Media Officer Kholoud Al-Mizani emphasized the importance of passing down cultural traditions, such as camel chanting (Al-Hidaa), falconry, and Saudi coffee preparation, to encourage family involvement in heritage activities.

Falconer Nahar Al-Otaibi explained that the falconry pavilion featured 11 falcons and approximately eight falconers. The pavilion demonstrated both traditional and modern equipment, offering insights into falcon care. This initiative by the association reflects its commitment to safeguarding intangible cultural heritage, strengthening cultural identity, and preserving traditional knowledge for future generations.

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