JEDDAH: The Royal Commission for AlUla has announced the opening of the exhibition “AlUla: Oasis of Wonders in the Arabian Peninsula” in Beijing, China.
Running from Jan. 5 to March 24 at the Palace Museum in the Forbidden City — a UNESCO World Heritage site — the exhibition will highlight AlUla’s rich history and heritage, featuring numerous pavilions, documentary films, and archaeological artifacts, including sculptures, ceramics, and inscriptions.
Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, minister of culture and governor of the RCU, emphasized that the exhibition reflects the depth of the cultural partnership between the two nations.
He also said that opening the exhibition for a second time demonstrates a commitment to sharing AlUla’s heritage with the world.
Following the success of the first exhibition in Paris in 2019, the second edition provides insights into the rich history of AlUla, featuring unique aspects of its heritage. It includes prominent pieces such as statues from Dadan, which was home to the Dadanite and Lihyanite kingdoms, as well as bronze archaeological discoveries from the site. The exhibition will also screen films showcasing tombs carved out in the stone mountains of AlUla.
Earlier this year, Saudi Arabia received destination accreditation from China in September, setting a strong foundation for more Chinese visitors to explore AlUla. The exhibition “AlUla: Oasis of Wonders in the Arabian Peninsula” will be open to the public for free, and more information can be found on the museum’s website at www.dpm.org.cn.
