The King Abdulaziz Public Library has launched a cultural project aimed at enhancing cultural tourism in Saudi Arabia. This initiative is part of the library’s contribution to support national plans to transform the Kingdom into a leading global destination for cultural tourism. The project focuses on strengthening national identity, fostering cultural understanding among nations, and supporting sustainable development.
The project introduces them to Saudi Arabia’s heritage and deepens citizens’ connection to it, promoting Saudi cultural heritage, folk arts, and contributing to diversifying income sources. This initiative is aligned with the objectives of Vision 2030 to boost the cultural tourism sector.
Cultural, Tourism Goals
Faisal bin Abdulrahman bin Muammar, General Supervisor of the King Abdulaziz Public Library, highlighted that the library supports Saudi Arabia’s cultural and tourism goals, contributing to Vision 2030. Under the guidance of the Kingdom’s leadership, the library aims to showcase Saudi Arabia’s heritage, civilization, and identity, rooted in both tradition and modernity. He emphasized Saudi Arabia’s values of tolerance, coexistence, and cultural acceptance, noting that the library is committed to promoting the nation’s cultural heritage and attracting diverse international visitors as part of Saudi Arabia’s cultural tourism initiatives.
He also confirmed that the King Abdulaziz Public Library launched a cultural initiative in early 2023 to promote national tourism, welcoming tourists of various nationalities. Many foreign and Arab tourists, historians of the Arabian Peninsula, and officials from international museums have visited. Furthermore, this initiative demonstrates the library’s commitment to cultural tourism and its ability to host thousands of visitors through diverse programs across its branches.
Faisal Al-Muammar concluded by saying: “At the King Abdulaziz Public Library, we always seek to invest in cultural tourism to introduce the library to its history, culture, and civilization that extends back more than 300 years and the Arab and Islamic memory it constitutes for visitors, researchers, and tourists.”
Cultural Tourism
The King Abdulaziz Public Library plays a key role in cultural tourism by offering diverse cultural experiences, including historical photographs, rare documents, art icons, and miniatures showcasing various historical phases. Since the 1990s, the library has hosted major cultural conferences, such as the Andalusia Symposium and the Islam and Dialogue of Civilizations Symposium. The library also promotes initiatives like the King Abdullah International Award for Translation and the Unified Arab Index Project through seminars and celebrations, enhancing its appeal. Additionally, the library’s branch at Peking University strengthens cultural ties between Arab, Islamic, and Chinese civilizations.
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