RIYADH: The Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority signed a memorandum of understanding with the King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives to document the heritage of the reserve, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.
The agreement is aimed at bolstering cooperation and forming a joint team to document the geographical scope of the reserve, its history, and its wildlife.
The MoU also provides for collaboration in archaeological surveys, excavations, inventorying inscriptions, documenting intangible heritage and social history, and identifying grazing locations.
The two entities will also cooperate in producing documentaries.
The Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve, covering an area of 91,000 sq. km, is located in the northeastern part of the Kingdom. It is a popular destination for visitors, particularly those interested in eco-tourism, bird watching, hiking, and similar activities.
The reserve also offers cultural experiences, allowing visitors to interact with the local Bedouin communities, learn about their traditional way of life, and enjoy authentic cuisine.
The reserve is one of six royal reserves in Saudi Arabia, established in 2018 by royal order. Its main goals are the preservation, development, and diversification of wildlife. Within the reserve, there are villages and deserts where approximately 80,000 to 100,000 people reside.
