Road Trips in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are one of the key elements of domestic attraction, thanks to the Kingdom's vast landscapes, coastlines along the Red Sea and Arabian Gulf, towering mountain ranges, and diverse ecosystems. Investment in road trip tourism in Saudi Arabia Investment in the Kingdom’s tourism sector has directly contributed to increasing the tourism industry's share of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by more than 4 percent in 2023. The total number of domestic...
The King Abdulaziz National Park in al-Soudah is a national park located in the al-Soudah , part of the Sarawat Mountains , northwest of Abha City in Aseer Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It was opened on July 5, 2011. The park is situated at an elevation of approximately 3,100 m above sea level. Naming of King Abdulaziz National Park The park was named after its founding King Abdulaziz Bin Abdulrahman Bin Faisal Al Saud , highlighting its significance. It is one of the largest parks ...
The geographic landscape of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is diverse, encompassing plains, mountains , coastlines , and vast deserts . Its valley banks, broad wilderness areas, and plains provide fertile grounds for picnics. The Kingdom oversees three bodies of water: the Arabian Gulf , the Red Sea , and the Gulf of Aqaba, where fishing trips and relaxation on the beaches are among the touristic activities in the Kingdom. The weather in the southwestern and western highlands of the Kingdom is mil...
The Riyadh Theater Forum for Innovative Performances is an annual art forum that brings together theater enthusiasts in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It is organized by the Saudi Arabian Society for Culture and Arts in Riyadh and lasts for three days. The forum includes theatrical performances, workshops, and training courses. It aims to support young people and provide them with the opportunity to innovate and renew theatrical performances and techniques. The first edition of the forum was hel...
The Game of Dananah or Danan, also called ' Dahroujah ,' ' al-Ajlah ,' and ' al-Jant ,' is one of the traditional games prevalent in most provinces of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is usually played during the day, using available tools to simply simulate a car. Tools for the game of Dananah The game relies on the availability of a car wheel or a bicycle rim, along with a long piece of wood with a bent metal piece fixed at its head. An empty metal can also be use...
The Game of The Fox Passed (al-Tha'alab Fat) is one of the traditional games in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is played by boys or girls alike. It is a group game that only requires a handkerchief and is not restricted by a specific number of players or a particular location. Tools for the Game of The Fox Passed The Game of The Fox Passed is a simple game that only requires a handkerchief or any other piece of cloth to serve as a marker for the player who will run and chase their compani...
Sabt al-Subut Game is one of the traditional children's games in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is also called ' al-Manaqeza ' (which means jumping). This game aims to entertain children, improve their physical fitness, and strengthen their muscles, enabling them to jump high and land smoothly. It also instills a spirit of challenge in children. Changes in the Sabt al-Subut Game Sabt al-Subut Game is one of the traditional games that has undergone significant changes, leading to...
The game of Jdeir is one of the traditional games in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, specifically in Darin Center, which is part of al-Qatif Governorate . In al-Qatif, it is called 'al-Qarra'a. ' It is a group game played by three or more people, whether male or female, and it is commonly played during the summer. The game of Jdeir tools In the game of Jdeir, small stones or any other alternative pieces such as date or peach pits are used. It is usually playe...
The Game of Shureikh al-Sharkh , also known as ( Ajar al-Milh ) or (Horse Game), is a traditional game played by youth in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This game was known to the Arabs in ancient times and was called ( al-Tadbij ). The game is based on jumping and requires physical strength, agility, and quickness in movement. Due to regional differences, the game of Shureikh al-Sharkh has been given various names, including ( al-Takanbuh ) in al-Qatif , ( al-Khatra ) in al-Hufuf, and ( al-Shaqh...
Al-Howeila Game is one of the traditional folk games that relies on intelligence and memory. Winning this game requires the player to be sharp and quick-witted. It is a game played by both young people and adults in Taif City in Makkah al-Mukarramah Province in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Preparing the tools for al-Howeila Game Al-Howeila Game is played by two players and involves about twenty-eight small stones. The players draw a square on a sandy ground with two straight lines intersecting ...
Qamra Shabra Game is a traditional game that requires physical effort, as it involves continuous jumping over a rope while chanting certain words in sync with the jumps in a specific direction. It is a popular game among girls in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Qamra Shabra Game objectives The game aims to strengthen children's muscles, develop their verbal interaction skills, and help them build new vocabulary. It also enhances their balance, speed, and jumping abilities. How to play Qamra S...
Hada Raja Game is one of the traditional games in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is played by children and requires enthusiasm while performing a chant included in the game. This game aims to entertain children and develop their language skills. Hada Raja is one of the traditional games that have undergone significant changes, leading to the disappearance of most of them due to the urban expansion experienced by Saudi cities. Tools for playing Hada Raja Hada Raja is a game that does not requir...