The King Abdulaziz Public Library has launched two initiatives, "Thara Al-Saudia" and "Athar," as part of the third edition of the Saudi Tourism Forum, currently being held at Riyadh Front from January 7 to 9, 2025. The two initiatives come as part of efforts to strengthen the Kingdom's standing as a global destination for cultural tourism, by highlighting the country's rich national heritage and unique cultural experiences.

"Thara Al-Saudia": A Cultural Tourism Experience

The library's Supervisor-General, Faisal bin Abdulrahman bin Muammar, affirmed that the "Thara Al-Saudia" initiative aims to offer a distinctive cultural tourism experience reflecting the Kingdom's cultural and historical diversity. The initiative is built on highlighting national identity and promoting local culture through innovative methods, in line with Saudi Vision 2030.

"Athar": Shining a Light on Historic Sites and Landmarks

Within the framework of the "Thara Al-Saudia" initiative, the "Athar" project was launched, focusing on presenting historic sites and landmarks featured in the Kingdom's encyclopedia through creative formats and an outstanding user experience. The project allows tourists to explore the Kingdom in innovative ways using modern technology, in six world languages (Arabic, English, French, Spanish, Chinese and Russian). The project enhances the experience of local and international tourists alike, making the Kingdom a distinguished destination for cultural tourism.

The Library's Pavilion at the Saudi Tourism Forum

Through its participation in the forum, the King Abdulaziz Public Library is showcasing a knowledge pavilion aimed at raising cultural awareness and highlighting Saudi national heritage. The pavilion presents a range of programmes and initiatives that spotlight unique cultural destinations, while the library's knowledge content encourages visitors to interact and explore Saudi history and culture.

40 Years of Cultural Giving

Faisal bin Muammar noted that the library, through its initiatives, reflects four decades of cultural and knowledge work, which has helped build a rich, sustainable national legacy that strengthens national identity and encourages global cultural exchange.

Boosting Cultural Tourism

The King Abdulaziz Public Library's participation in the forum represents a new step toward supporting the cultural tourism sector, contributing to achieving the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 in boosting economic diversification, consolidating national identity, and highlighting the Kingdom as a global cultural tourism destination.