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- Saudi Arabia’s participation aimed to highlight its unique cultural and heritage offerings
- Saudi authorities believe the Kingdom has much to offer regarding adventure, culture, and heritage
JAPAN: Saudi Arabia participated in the Tourism EXPO Japan 2024 on Thursday and Friday, demonstrating the Kingdom’s commitment to boosting its growing tourism industry, particularly through international collaborations with Japan.
Tourism EXPO Japan is one of the world’s largest annual travel events that brings together countries and Japanese destinations to promote inbound and outbound tourism.
Saudi Arabia’s participation aimed to highlight its unique cultural and heritage offerings, showcasing the Kingdom’s significant cultural transformation over the years and how its presence can evoke its rich history while displaying its natural charms.
Saudi authorities believe the Kingdom has much to offer regarding adventure, culture, and heritage, especially for travelers looking to journey off the beaten track and enjoy authentic experiences that cannot be found elsewhere.
The Saudi delegation highlighted attractions such as the Nabataean ruins of Madain Saleh, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bedouin culture, and local cuisine.
They also noted that Japanese and Saudis share common values, such as family, tradition, respect for elders, and patriotism.