Noor Riyadh 2023 curators discuss the festival’s themes • This year’s theme ‘The Bright Side of the Desert Moon’ explores light as a unifying force • The festival is curated by Jérôme Sans, Pedro Alonzo, Fahad Bin Naif and Alaa Tarabzouni Noor Riyadh, the world's largest light art festival, has returned to the Saudi capital, transforming it through a series of stunning public installations. Running until December 16, the third edition presents more than 120 artworks by over 100 artists, representing more than 35 countries. Presented by Lead Curator Jérôme Sans and Curators Pedro Alonzo, Fahad Bin Naif and Alaa Tarabzouni this year’s festival theme ‘The Bright Side of the Desert Moon’ explores light as a unifying force that sustains, comforts and connects us all. Artworks are...
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● Tuwaiq Sculpture announces its 5th edition under the theme ‘Dimensions of Movement’ ● 30 artists from all over the world selected to create large-scale sculptures in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia ● Indian sculptor Bhola Kumar also selected to participate at Tuwaiq Sculpture 2024 in Riyadh. ● Focus on developing local talent, as 33% of the participating artists in the 5th edition are from Saudi Arabia, half of which are women ● The project is an integral part of Riyadh Art, one of the world's most ambitious public art initiatives A total of 30 sculptors have been selected for the 5th edition of Tuwaiq Sculpture, themed ‘Dimensions of Movement’. Held annually in the capital of Saudi Arabia, the sculpture symposium brings local and international sculptors together to create public ...
Read More• World’s largest annual festival of light and art runs till December 16, 2023, over five hubs • The exhibition ‘Refracted Identities, Shared Futures’ runs concurrently in JAX District • Features over 120 innovative artworks by more than 100 artists from 35 countries Noor Riyadh, the world's largest light art festival, has returned to Saudi Arabia's capital for its third edition from November 30 to December 16, 2023. More than 120 artworks, large-scale installations and immersive projections have lit up the city, bringing art to the people and boosting the creative economy. The event supports the Riyadh Art objective of transforming Riyadh into an awe-inspiring 'gallery without walls', engaging diverse audiences, transcending boundaries, and integrating art into the urban fabri...
Read MoreSiranna is latest in series of destinations to shape future of tourism The Board of Directors of NEOM has unveiled Siranna, an exclusive tourism escape, and the latest destination to be announced by the sustainable regional development evolving in northwest Saudi Arabia. Siranna is a space where elegant and innovative living meets to facilitate a lifestyle without compromise. Situated on the Gulf of Aqaba coastline, this ultra-luxurious destination will be home to a 65-key hotel, as well as 35 exclusive residences. Siranna, NEOM's exclusive tourism escape (PRNewsfoto/NEOM Corporate) The destination offers uninterrupted views of the Red Sea, with its tiered design offering diverse views and perspectives. Emerging from the rugged coastal terrain, the hexagonal pillars are distin...
Read MoreNEOM announces Epicon – luxury coastal tourism destination on the Gulf of Aqaba
The Board of Directors of NEOM, the sustainable regional development taking shape in northwest Saudi Arabia, has announced Epicon, its latest luxury coastal tourism destination, including a residential offering. Located on the Gulf of Aqaba, Epicon aims to set a new standard of hospitality and architecture. Rising from NEOM's desert landscape like a glistening mirage, the property will feature two striking towers, one 225 meters tall and one reaching 275 meters. The towers will be home to an ultra-premium 41 key hotel and luxury residences that comprise of 14 suites and apartments. A short distance from the hotel is the Epicon resort, which blends tranquility with indulgence and features 120 rooms and 45 stunning residential beach villas. Epicon, NEOM's luxury coastal tourism destin...
Read MoreArtists will create over 120 public light pieces for Noor Riyadh 2023 in Saudi Arabia # Under the theme ‘The Bright Side of The Desert Moon’, Noor Riyadh will showcase more than 120 artworks by over 100 artists from around 35 nationalities, including prominent pieces by Ange Leccia, Bruno Ribeiro, Carsten Höller, Chris Levine, Christopher Bauder, Dana-Fiona Armour, Diana Thater, Drift, Janet Echelman, Iván Argote, Laurent Grasso, Muhannad Shono, Philippe Parreno, Random International, Shoplifter, Superflex, Ugo Schiavi, Zahrah Al Ghamdi and more. # The festival will run from November 30, 2023 until December 16, 2023. The curatorial team is composed of Jérôme Sans as Lead Curator, and Pedro Alonzo, Fahad Bin Naif and Alaa Tarabzouni as Curators. # Running alongside the festival f...
Read MoreGiant stone 'Hand Axe' discovered in AlUla region of Saudi Arabia # Fine-grained basalt tool is 51.3cm long and likely more than 200,000 years old # Appears to be the world's largest 'hand axe' dating to the Lower-Middle Palaeolithic period # Royal Commission for AlUla's research teams are continuing to unlock ancient mysteries A team of researchers working in AlUla, north-west Saudi Arabia, has discovered what is likely to be the largest stone 'hand axe' artefact found anywhere in the world. Initial field assessment suggests that this giant artefact dates to the Lower-Middle Palaeolithic period and is over 200,000 years old. The hand axe was discovered by an international team of archaeologists working with The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU), directed by Dr Ömer 'Can' ...
Read MoreThe Board of Directors of NEOM, the sustainable regional development taking shape in northwest Saudi Arabia, today announced Leyja, its latest tourism destination, further strengthening and enriching the Kingdom's ecotourism offering. Located in NEOM and steeped in history and mythology, Leyja starts from the Gulf of Aqaba coast and its alluring waters in the west, then winds inland to form a magnificent natural valley carved between 400m-high mountains that have been crafted over long centuries by the power of nature and water. The adventure hotel in Leyja NEOMs latest sustainable tourism destination Leyja builds on NEOM's ongoing commitment to becoming a multi-faceted destination and supports the Kingdom's efforts to build a strong and sustainable tourism industry under Saudi V...
Read MoreAncient ‘Horn Chamber’ reveals rituals performed at enigmatic stone structures of Arabia
Studies detail nature and significance of apparent ceremonial offerings in mustatils, Neolithic structures - Deposits of horns and skull parts suggest a sophisticated expression of deep rooted beliefs - Inaugural AlUla World Archaeology Summit to gather a wide range of leaders starting Sept 13 Results of two recent archaeological excavations supported by the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) demonstrate that the Neolithic inhabitants of north-west Arabia conducted "complex and sophisticated ritual practices" in the late 6th millennium BCE. The unprecedented findings open unsuspected horizons for a broader understanding of the social, cultural and spiritual background of the ancient peoples of north-west Arabia. The team led by Dr Wael Abu-Azizeh excavates the chamber that ...
Read MoreThe annual festival of light and art in Saudi Arabia, announces dates and themes # Noor Riyadh Festival will feature over 120 artworks by more than 100 artists across five hubs in the capital of Saudi Arabia, from November 30 to December 16 # The festival features local and international artists and offers diverse workshops, thought-provoking seminars, and stimulating artistic discussions. # The curatorial team of the Noor Riyadh 2023 festival is composed of Jérôme Sans as Lead Curator, Pedro Alonzo, Fahad Bin Naif and Alaa Tarabzouni as Curators. # For the Noor Riyadh exhibition, which runs concurrently with the festival starting November 30, 2023 until March 2, 2024, Neville Wakefield will be Lead Curator and Maya Al Athel, Curator. Noor Riyadh, the Largest Light Ar...
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