Yanbu, 15 Rajab 1447 AH (4 January 2026)

Yanbu Governorate, represented by Yanbu Municipality and with the participation of the National Committee for Folk Arts and Handicrafts at the Federation of Saudi Chambers, yesterday hosted a reception for Dakar Rally guests and passengers of the Saudi cruise ship in Yanbu's historic district, attended by Governor Saad bin Marzouq Al-Suhaimi and heads and representatives of government bodies in the governorate.

The event featured a heritage celebration reflecting Yanbu's cultural identity through a variety of Saudi folk arts carrying authentic historical and social values, introducing visitors to the region's rich cultural legacy in a festive atmosphere that combined authenticity with direct engagement with the audience.

Artisans gave live demonstrations of traditional handicrafts that showcased the skills of local makers and the authenticity of the craft heritage, an interactive cultural experience that let visitors discover the details of traditional crafts and their production methods and reflected the depth of the governorate's folk heritage.

The events form part of efforts to boost tourism and cultural activity in Yanbu and to use major global events such as the Dakar Rally to introduce the governorate's heritage and cultural assets, supporting Vision 2030's tourism goals and presenting quality experiences that reflect the Kingdom's national identity to visitors from around the world.