King Khalid Equestrian Square is a horse racing venue located in Taif Governorate , the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It hosts the annual summer racing season over four months, during which competitors strive for various cups. The field is equipped to prepare horses of different grades and ages for races, including preparation for participation in major races. Horse racing has been held in this field since 1965, and it is supervised by the Jockey Club , headquartered in the field. Races held at Kin...
1977 The Saudi League competition was launched under the name 'Premier League,' with the title decided by points. 1982 The combined league featured a combined format, including teams from both the Premier League and the First Division, organized into groups followed by knockout stages. 1991 The name 'Premier League' was changed to the 'Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques League Cup,' with the 'Golden Square' playoff system to determine the champion, remaini...
The National Committee for Tobacco Control in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has launched a range of initiatives to realize its policies, which include monitoring tobacco use, enforcing advertising bans on tobacco products, protecting the public from tobacco smoke, offering cessation support, warning of tobacco dangers, and increasing tobacco prices. Key initiatives launched by the committee include 'GATS' with the Ministry of Health , 'Studies' with the Ministry of Education ,...
Convenient climbing destinations and paths in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia can be explored through the Saudi Climbing and Hiking Federation . The federation is concerned with overseeing rock climbing and hiking in the Kingdom. It was established in 2018 and is headquartered in Jeddah City. The Saudi Climbing and Hiking Federation undertakes several tasks, including organizing competitive and non-competitive climbing activities, issuing regulations for hiking and climbing according to internation...
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...
Traditional attire for both men and women in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has varied over time. Some featured simple designs and materials, while others were ornate and worn for special occasions and festivals. Additionally, there were specific garments designated for work. Traditional attire in the Eastern Province includes: Men’s attire • Izar : A piece of cloth wrapped around the lower body twice. It is typically worn at home or for sleeping, and is commonly used d...
Jeddah Season 2024 is a cultural, sports, tourism, and entertainment event featuring a diverse lineup of events and activities. Launched in 2024 in Jeddah Governorate, in Makkah al-Mukarramah Province , west of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, it operates under the slogan “Once Again.” The event aligns with tourism facilities and infrastructure developments in the governorate, including the construction of new hotels and resorts. Goals of Jeddah Season 2024 Jeddah Season 2024 aimed to offer a t...
Al-Qallafah is the craft of traditional wooden shipbuilding in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is considered a part of the carpentry profession, and the skilled craftsman in this trade is called ' al-Qallaf .' The ships were made in small and medium sizes to suit sailing in the Arabian Gulf, and they were used by sailors for maritime transport, trade, and diving trips to harvest natural pearls. History of al-Qallafah craft in the Arabian Gulf The inhabitants of...
Thirteen food items from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia were registered by the Culinary Arts Commission on the 'Ark of Taste' list of the Slow Food Foundation for foods facing extinction on September 22, 2022. This initiative aims to preserve the historical heritage of culinary arts in the Kingdom, revive these food items, and ensure their preservation. The items are categorized based on the provinces of the Kingdom: Riyadh Province : al-Qasab Salt. Makkah al-Mukarramah Province : al-Kab...
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia invests in the FIFA World Cup 2034 facilities by creating a lasting football legacy for future generations, in line with the vision of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA), which aims to promote football development globally. The five host cities are undergoing significant improvements to their sports infrastructure as part of Saudi Vision 2030 , which strives to build a football legacy lasting for future generations. These developments include...
The Saudi Esports Academy (SEA) is an e-learning platform supervised by the Saudi Esports Federation . It aims to grant electronic games amateurs the opportunity to enhance, develop, and master their abilities and skills in addition to participating in global esports events and tournaments. Objectives of the Saudi Esports Academy The Saudi Esports Academy enables participants to acquire knowledge on all esports fields, ultimately fulfilling their professional careers and becoming qualified to l...
Stone construction was historically common in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in: - Coastal areas, where limestone, locally known as al-Mangabi Stone in Jeddah , or 'corals,' was used. - Mountainous areas along the Sarawat Mountain range. As a building material, stone is classified into two types: - Rubble Stone ( Hajar al-Dabsh ): Uncut and unpolished. - Dressed stone: Manually shaped and smoothed with simple tools. ...