Athens, Greece, 12 Sep 2024 – The Saudi Ministry of Culture is set to launch the Saudi Cultural Week in Greece, taking place from September 27th to October 1st, 2024, at the historic Zappeion Hall in Athens. This landmark event will offer visitors an immersive experience of the diverse cultural heritage of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Saudi Cultural Week showcases the cultural exchange between Saudi Arabia and Greece, highlighting the shared values between the two nations.
Multiple elements of Saudi culture will be showcased by various commissions under the Ministry of Culture and Saudi cultural institutions.
Craftsmen will present prominent traditional arts and handcrafts, including the creation of the Bisht (a traditional men’s outer cloak), weaving Al Sadu (traditional textile), and crafting Mibkhara (incense burners). Workshops will be held and organized to highlight these traditional arts, featuring collaboration between Greek and Saudi artisans. Visitors will have the opportunity to participate in conventional weaving and experience these time-honored crafts firsthand.
Visitors will have the chance to discover traditional Saudi fashion through collections by local designers, with pieces available for purchase, to take home a piece of Saudi fashion heritage. The Saudi fashion exhibition will also highlight contemporary designs and display attires of renowned creators in the field.
During the 5 days event, visitors will have the opportunity to explore an exhibition of a collection of replicas of Saudi Arabia’s historical artifacts, offering a glance into the vast heritage of the Kingdom. Additionally, visitors will also explore another exhibition that features rare manuscripts that highlight the linguistic legacy of the Arabic language.
The event will also offer culinary experiences where visitors can participate with Saudi chefs in live cooking stations, preparing popular traditional dishes from the Kingdom.
Moreover, Saudi coffee, a cultural symbol of Saudi hospitality, will be served to the event’s visitors. Additionally, there will be a boutique store displaying the Saudi food products such as dates and Madinah dried rose.
In addition to the culinary delights, the event will feature live performances of traditional Saudi music, dance, performing arts, and theater, highlighting the Kingdom’s expansive musical and performance arts heritage. Visitors can also enjoy a screening of popular Saudi short films.
Saudi Cultural Week in Greece celebrates and encourages cultural dialogue and collaboration. The event will include a variety of activities and exhibitions showcasing the Kingdom’s cultural heritage, contemporary art, and culinary artistry, providing a platform for shared cultural values and ongoing cooperation between the two nations.
