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Salmani architecture is an urban style that prioritizes preserving cultural heritage while responding to modernization trends, striking a balance between tradition and modernity through urban designs inspired by Saudi heritage. The concept of Salmani architecture is closely linked to the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh city, which is experiencing extensive urban development in the present. It serves as a model for urban planning that serves Saudi heritage and authenticity at both...

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has registered a number of cultural heritage elements on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. They are: Arabic Calligraphy In 2021, it was registered as a joint file with fifteen other countries, and it is a traditional artistic practice of Arabic Calligraphy. Al-Sadu Weaving The Kingdom and Kuwait jointly registered this element, which is one of the ancient arts involving weaving colorful textile pieces with unified arti...

Al-Qatt al-Asiri is a traditional art form of engraving and ornamentation in the Aseer Province , southwestern Saudi Arabia . It relies on depicting geometric and floral patterns using primary colors directly on the interior walls of homes, reception areas, or any permanent and fixed surfaces. In 2017, the art of al-Qatt al-Asiri was inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESC...

Salmani architecture  is an architectural style that integrates cultural heritage with current trends. It seeks to align authenticity and modernism through urban designs inspired by the ancient Saudi heritage. The concept of Salmani architecture is directly associated with the capital city of Riyadh , which is currently expanding its scope of urbanization. The city is a model of urban planning that seeks to achieve authenticity and preserve Saudi Heritage in the short and long terms. The name ...

Al-Sadu traditional craft originated among Arab tribes who lived in the ancient Arabian Peninsula. Moreover, the Kingdom's handcrafting techniques helped it grow into one of the most well-known traditional arts in the Kingdom's history. It is now celebrated by the media and is a popular attraction at heritage and cultural festivals. Al-Sadu registration in UNESCO Al-Sadu is one of the Saudi heritage arts registered on the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organizatio...

Saudi Center for Fine Art is a fine art center, established in 1985 to support fine arts by organizing exhibitions and training courses for young and adults. It offers certificates accredited by the Ministry of Culture. The headquarters is in Jeddah city. Sections of Saudi Center for Fine Art The center has a special section for women and children with a workshop devoted to children to teach them drawing. The men's section is located in the men’s gallery, with an area of one thousand m 2...