French architect showcases AlUla's heritage in New York exhibition
RIYADH: The Didier Aaron Gallery in New York, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Saudi Arabia, is hosting an art exhibition by French architect Jean-Pierre Heim.
The exhibition showcases AlUla's culture and heritage through a collection of sketches depicting Saudi Arabia's archaeological landmarks.
It runs until June 20, reported the Saudi Press Agency.
A special event at the exhibition featured Heim speaking about his visits to AlUla and the surrounding region.
It was opened by Abdullah Al-Hamdan, the Kingdom's consul general in New York, who spoke about the role of art in encouraging cultural exchange and international understanding.
He also noted the value of such exhibitions in sharing aspects of Saudi heritage with a wider audience.
Heim described his design approach as being informed by local culture and geography, emphasizing the integration of architecture with environment, history, and traditions.
The exhibition includes selected architectural drawings by Heim, inspired by his travels to more than 80 countries, including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Sudan, Jordan, Greece, and China.
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