Riyadh — November 30, 2024:
Under the theme "A Story Told, A Legacy That Endures," the Saudi Manuscripts Exhibition offers visitors a unique experience blending heritage with technology, using hologram technology to display a collection of rare manuscripts more than 1,200 years old. Organized by the Libraries Commission, the exhibition highlights the Kingdom's cultural legacy by showcasing unique manuscript treasures such as "Commentary on the Aphorisms of Hippocrates" and "Anwan Al-Majd fi Tarikh Najd" ("The Emblem of Glory in the History of Najd").

Rare Treasures and a Digital Journey

The exhibition offers an exceptional opportunity to explore priceless manuscripts, such as a rare copy of "Anwan Al-Majd fi Tarikh Najd," more than 100 years old and the only one of its kind alongside the original copy. The exhibition also features an interactive display of "Commentary on the Aphorisms of Hippocrates" using hologram technology, allowing visitors to interact with ancient texts and understand their content in an innovative way.

Strengthening Cultural Identity

Organizers said the use of modern technologies such as holograms reflects the Kingdom's vision of preserving cultural heritage and presenting it in a way that suits the modern era. The exhibition highlights the importance of manuscripts as part of the national identity, reinforcing their value as one of the most important components of the Kingdom's cultural and civilizational legacy.

Strong Interest in Written Heritage

The exhibition has drawn strong interest from history and culture enthusiasts, who find in it an opportunity to explore pages from the history of the Kingdom and the Islamic world. One visitor said: "The interactive display technology made reading the manuscripts a unique experience, letting us see the past come to life."

A Lasting Cultural Impact

The Saudi Manuscripts Exhibition is an important step within Saudi Vision 2030, reflecting the Kingdom's commitment to preserving its cultural and human heritage and presenting it to future generations in a modern style. The exhibition aims to reinforce the Kingdom's civilizational dimension and strengthen its cultural standing on the international stage.