The Saudi Business Women Association is a non-profit civil society focused on developing and enhancing the female entrepreneurship sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It offers several services, including providing investment opportunities and securing special investment support for businesswomen. The association aims to improve the operational efficiency and growth of national female-owned commercial establishments and increase awareness among women about professional freelancing practices....
Tannour is a traditional oven or pot used for preparing baked goods in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Like other tools, it is associated with the lifestyles of most provinces and the varying ways of life of their inhabitants, from the mountains to the plains. It is traditionally made from stone clay according to specific specifications and was exclusively fueled by tree trunks, palm wood, and firewood. Over time, its construction methods have evolved, and it is now also made from iron sheets an...
The Rally Jameel for Women is the first navigation rally for women on off-road tracks. Its first edition was organized in March 2022, starting from the historic Qishlah Palace in Hail City. It is the only rally of its kind in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. It is organized as an initiative by Abdul Latif Jameel Motors. Rally features Rally Jameel for Women is distinguished by its reliance on the participants' planning skills and the use of th...
Henna in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is typically associated with weddings in some provinces , where women adorn themselves with henna designs on their hands and feet. The night before the wedding is called the 'Henna Night' or ' Ghomrah .' Women from the families of both the bride and groom gather at the bride's father's house to decorate the bride with henna designs on her hands and feet. During Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha holidays in the Kingdom, women gather to...
The Traditional Markets in al-Ahsa are periodic gatherings and commercial outlets for traders, vendors, and artisans in al-Ahsa Governorate, Eastern Province , Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. These markets are venues for marketing agricultural and handicraft products, and they are part of al-Ahsa history, serving as a tourist attraction for visitors from both within and outside the province. Importance of traditional markets in al-Ahsa Traders and vendors in al-Ahsa use traditional markets as commer...
Traditional food in Hail Province are the dishes known for being prepared by the people of Hail Province , located in the northern part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. These dishes predominantly feature ingredients like whole-wheat flour, pure ghee, dates, and seasonal vegetables. Most of these traditional foods are associated with winter, as the region typically experiences low temperatures. In general, whole-wheat flour is a primary ingredient in many of the traditional dishes of the province...
Traditional Food in Qassim Province is well-known food prepared by the locals of Qassim Province , with date products being the main ingredients, given the province's abundance of palm farms. Al-Klija as a signature dish of Qassim Province In 2024, the Culinary Arts Commission announced the designation of signature dishes for all provinces of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as part of the 'National and Regional Dishes Narratives' Initiative, naming 'al-Klija' as the signatu...
Klija is a popular type of cookie stuffed with dates or date paste and is very well known in Qassim Province , Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is one of the ancient sweets with a history of around one hundred years. Qassim is thought of as the largest producer of Klija sweets in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), as it is home to many palm plantations. Moreover, due to the diversity of date crops in the province, popular dishes differ from one another depending on the type of dates used. Klija i...
One of the most well-liked dishes in the Saudi regions of Riyadh and Qassim , as well as in some Gulf Cooperation Council nations, is matazeez, and the methods used to prepare it are well-known in other Saudi regions like the Al-Bahah Province. With some variations in the types of spices and flour used, Matazeez is generally prepared in most parts of the Kingdom under the name ' Al-Daghabis '. Matazeez in Saudi Culture The name is 'Mitzaz' or 'Matzuz' in plural f...
Skydiving in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is one of the recreational activities organized by the Saudi Aviation Club (SAC) and the Saudi Arabian Extreme Sports Federation (SAESF) . It involves freefalling from planes, helicopters, or hot air balloons, paragliding, and leveraging the force of gravity. Requirements and types of skydiving Skydiving events in the Kingdom are held in camps, shows, and competitions, requiring safety equipment and obtaining a license before participating. The types of ...
The Saudi Women's National Football Team is a squad of female players selected through local tournaments and tryouts to represent the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in international competitions and championships. The first Saudi Women's National Team was formed in 2021. It was ranked by the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) in 2023. The Saudi Arabian Football Federation oversees the team and organizes its activities and development programs. Beginning of the Saudi Wome...
The Saudi Animal Welfare Society 'Refq' is a Saudi organization dedicated to animal care. Established on February 1, 2018, under the Law of Civil Society Associations and Organizations, its headquarters is located in the capital, Riyadh , and its services cover all provinces of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Objectives of the Saudi Animal Welfare Society The society aims to promote a culture of animal welfare in society, reduce the indiscriminate breeding of stray animals and pets based...