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Arabian Leopard conservation programme welcomes birth of rare triplets

December 6, 202482 Views

A first for KSA, the triplets – two male and one female and a litter of two cubs – male and female – born earlier this summer The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has announced the birth of a rare litter of three Arabian leopard cubs – one male and two female – marking a major milestone in efforts to safeguard the future of this critically endangered subspecies of big cats. The triplets were born at RCU's Arabian Leopard Conservation Breeding Centre this summer. The first time three cubs have been born together in captivity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the youngsters are being closely observed by the centre's expert team who are recording their behaviour and interactions. RCU's Arabian Leopard Conservation Programme welcomes Ward's triplets Carefully obser...

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Standing Stone Circles were unique dwellings in North-West Arabia during Neolithic Period

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July 12, 2024337 Views

Key research into the Neolithic period suggests that region's inhabitants during the 6th and 5th millennia BCE were more settled than previously thought Ground-breaking archaeological research in AlUla County in north-west Saudi Arabia has published the first comprehensive description and analysis of a long-term dwelling type identified in the region during the Neolithic period. This research suggests that the region's inhabitants during the 6th and 5th millennia BCE were more settled than previously thought. They also had a diverse assemblage of cultural material: they herded livestock, made jewellery, and conducted trade along a cultural horizon that extended through the Levant and into eastern Jordan and the Red Sea. Artists’ impression of a small cluster of Standing Stone C...

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Ancient ‘Horn Chamber’ reveals rituals performed at enigmatic stone structures of Arabia

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September 13, 2023716 Views

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 ...

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Sharing Saudi Arabia’s rich cultural heritage with the world

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November 10, 20211323 Views

Royal Commission for AlUla and UNESCO announce a new partnership - Recently signed in Paris, the new agreement is part of RCU and UNESCO's inclusive cultural development plan to engage with local and worldwide communities- Newly announced partnership acts as a roadmap to showcase the introduction of Saudi Arabia and AlUla's physical and intangible heritage on the global stage- Partnership to set new benchmark in heritage conservation, education & capacity building, nature and creative arts in AlUla The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has signed a long-term strategic partnership with UNESCO to preserve and promote a cultural landscape of outstanding natural and historical significance in North-West Saudi Arabia. Signed at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, the agreement ...