In Saudi culture, the term Majlis refers to a special hall prepared for receiving guests, usually used for formal social occasions. The Saudi majlis was registered in 2015 as a common element among the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and several Gulf countries on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization "UNESCO."
The design of al-Majlis in the Kingdom reflects the culture of the homeowner or the entire region. In less hot areas, such as Northern Borders and Hail in the north of the Kingdom, al-Majlis include a stone fireplace developed for cooking and making coffee in front of guests. It is referred to in the prevailing local terminology as "al-Mashab," meaning the place where the fire is lit." Al-Mashab can be located in the middle of al-Majlis and is often opposite the main seat, which is usually reserved for guests.
Al-Majlis in the southwestern part of the Kingdom, specifically in Aseer Province, are characterized by decorating their walls with al-Qatt al-Asiri art, one of the elements on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage registered with "UNESCO." Women often undertake the task of drawing it with skill.
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