KSA society committed to reviving extinct art forms
In the Al-Baha region, a rich artistic heritage is being brought to life, blending culture and tradition in a way that resonates with the tastes of both visitors and residents.
It reflects their aspirations to connect with an authentic civilization that has flourished through the ages, passed down from generation to generation, from fathers to grandfathers.
The Director of the Cultural Society branch, Ali Khamis Al-Baydani, said that the region is home to 12 folklore groups, bringing together more than 350 members and participants from across its governorates.
He added that the society is committed to documenting and reviving extinct art forms such as Al-Harmooj, Al-Mahshoush, Al-Samer, Al-Laab, Al-Mashabani, Tariq Al-Jabal and Al-Majlisi.
He added that the branch organizes dedicated festivals for these arts, ensuring their presence in the region's national, social and tourism events.
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AL-BAHA: In the southern regions of the Kingdom, folk arts differ from one area to the next, with the region's cultural and geographical diversity fostering a rich array of styles and expressions unique to each area. In the Al-Baha region, a rich artistic heritage is being brought to life, blending culture and tradition in a way that resonates with the tastes of both visitors and residents. It reflects their aspirations to connect with an authentic civilization that has flourished through the ages, passed down from generation to generation, from fathers to grandfathers. The Director of the Cultural Society branch, Ali Khamis Al-Baydani, said that the region is home to 12 folklore groups, bringing together more than 350 members and participants from across its governorates. He added that the society is committed to documenting and reviving extinct art forms such as Al-Harmooj, Al-Mahshoush, Al-Samer, Al-Laab, Al-Mashabani, Tariq Al-Jabal and Al-Majlisi. He added that the branch organizes dedicated festivals for these arts, ensuring their presence in the region's national, social and tourism events.
