Traditional Food in Jazan Province refers to the most renowned dishes prepared in Jazan Province . These include coastal food, such as fish, mountainous food, such as meat, honey, and ghee, and food grown in plains, such as grains and vegetables. Diversity of traditional food in Jazan Province Traditional food in Jazan Province varies in terms of their method of preparation or serving in that they are served in clay containers dedicated to each dish. These dishes include: Al-Marsah It is a swee...
Traditional Food in Aseer Province refers to the most renowned dishes in the cities and towns of Aseer Province , located southwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Ingredients used for those dishes, such as ghee, honey, whole wheat, and lamb and goat meat, offer high nutritional values. Aseer: World Region of Gastronomy 2024 The traditional cuisine of Aseer Province has garnered the attention of international organizations operating in the field of tourism and heritage. This attention contribut...
Traditional Food in Najran Province refers to the most renowned dishes prepared by the inhabitants of Najran Province . Most of these dishes have wheat products as their main ingredient. Najran whole wheat is an essential ingredient for the province's most traditional dishes, namely for several baked goods dubbed with various names differing per their preparation and baking. These goods include Kaanoun , also known as al-Mujammar or al-Kurus . The cuisine of Najran and the history of its f...
Al-Khobar Waterfront is a recreational and tourist area located along the corniche of Al-Khobar Governorate in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , overlooking the Arabian Gulf. It is one of the province's popular relaxation destinations for visitors and tourists, offering a variety of entertainment facilities suitable for individuals and families from different segments of society. Its development is overseen by the Eastern Province Municipality . Area of Al-Khobar Waterf...
Riyadh Season is a global entertainment event organized annually in Riyadh City . It is one of the initiatives of the General Entertainment Authority in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Launched in 2019, the fourth season in 2023 attracted twenty million visitors. Riyadh Season 2019 The first edition of Riyadh Season was launched on October 11, 2019, spanning an area totaling approximately fourteen million m 2 under the slogan 'Imagine.' The season featured around one hundred events cater...
Mobile Medical Clinics in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are medically equipped buses designed to provide therapeutic or preventive health services to patients in areas lacking certain healthcare services, such as remote villages or locations requiring medical attention as determined by the Ministry of Health . These mobile clinics are equipped with essential medical facilities, including a laboratory, radiology department, and pharmacy, and are staffed by a comprehensive medical team to deliver...
Handicrafts in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are industries based on traditional manual activities or simple tools without modern machinery. They are crafted by a single artisan or a group of artisans using natural local materials and traditional methods, transforming them into products with various benefits that contribute to meeting the needs of society and tourists in Saudi Arabia. The main handicrafts in Saudi Arabia Handicrafts in Saudi Arabia include five main crafts: hand embroidery, al-Sa...
Bujairi Terrace is part of the historic Diriyah Governorate , located in Riyadh Province at the heart of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It was inaugurated by the Ministry of Tourism on November 28, 2022, alongside the historical al-Turaif District . The inauguration of Bujairi Terrace coincided with the Diriyah Gate Development Authority Festival, attended by delegations from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), who participated in the events of WTTC's twenty-second summit, held for ...
Al-Turath Foundation is a private non-profit organization dedicated to preserving national heritage. It was established in 1996 and officially registered with the Ministry of Social Affairs (now the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development ) in 2008. Located in Riyadh City , it operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Culture . Establishment of al-Turath Foundation Al-Turath Foundation was founded by Prince Sultan Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud after his experience in rebui...
Hasawi Rice is an agricultural crop of al-Ahsa Governorate in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Known for its resilience to environmental challenges such as salinity and drought, it is the second most produced crop in al-Ahsa Governorate, following dates. Locally referred to as 'al-'Aysh al-Hasawi,' this rice symbolizes al-Ahsa's cultural identity when served to guests and tourists visiting the historical landmarks of al-Ahsa Oasis , a United Nations Educa...
Aseer Province , located in the southwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is rich in many handicrafts and traditional industries that represent the province's culture and traditions, as well as the skills and talents of its people, contributing to the preservation of traditional arts. Among these are: - The art of ' al-Qatt al-Asiri ,' which was inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage List in 2017, is an ancient art form in Aseer Province. It is used to decorate t...
Kabsa is a simple one-pot dish that is easy to prepare. For meat Kabsa, the cooking time is about an hour, while chicken Kabsa takes approximately twenty minutes. The process starts with chopping tomatoes and onions. Butter or oil is added to the pot, followed by spices like cinnamon and loomi, and the mixture is stirred for about ten minutes before adding hot water. The rice is soaked for thirty minutes, washed three times, and then combined with the meat or chicken in the pot. The dish is coo...