RIYADH: The Saudi Manuscripts Exhibition is being held in Riyadh until Dec. 7, with a display of human heritage spanning more than 1,200 years.
Blending historical diversity with modernity, the exhibition underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to preserving global cultural heritage and promoting intercultural dialogue, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday.
Organized by the Libraries Commission, the exhibition is a global focal point for dialogue and innovation, bringing together visitors and researchers through 22 workshops and 30 panel discussions.
These sessions highlight the latest techniques in manuscript preservation and restoration, fostering collaboration among global experts.
The King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives is also participating in the exhibition to show off Saudi heritage and highlight the Kingdom’s efforts to preserve, maintain, digitize and make manuscripts more accessible.
With more than 2,000 rare manuscripts on display — including records from the cultural and intellectual history of the Arabian Peninsula, ancient copies of the Qur’an, scientific, medical and astronomy texts, and manuscripts from the First Saudi State — the exhibition exemplifies the richness and universality of human heritage.
It aims to highlight the Kingdom’s prominent role in preserving and safeguarding cultural heritage while promoting awareness of its civilizational value.
Moreover, it underlines the commission’s efforts to use technology to preserve manuscripts and establish connections with specialized international institutions.
The exhibition has attracted a large number of visitors, immersing them in a rich cultural and civilizational legacy, SPA reported.
Among the exhibition’s highlights is The Title of Glory in the History of Najd, a manuscript that is more than 100 years old, preserved by the King Abdulaziz Public Library in Riyadh.
Another featured piece, Explanation of the Chapters of Hippocrates, is presented using hologram technology, enabling visitors to explore its chapters interactively and learn about its significant content.
The exhibition underscores Saudi Arabia’s efforts to make its historical and intellectual heritage accessible to the public while using cutting-edge technology to enhance engagement and understanding.
