Riyadh is celebrating Sudanese culture as the Sudanese Culture Week continues until December 20, drawing visitors from diverse nationalities to experience the country’s rich traditions, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Organized by the Ministry of Media as part of the Global Harmony 2 initiative, in collaboration with the General Entertainment Authority and the Quality of Life Program, the week-long event is being held at Al-Suwaidi Park, one of the Riyadh Season zones.
The festivities kicked off with a colorful parade featuring traditional Sudanese music, including the dalooka and rababa, and a traditional bridal procession that engaged visitors in an interactive tableau.
Sudanese Culture Week offers a variety of cultural experiences, including musical concerts, entertainment zones, and cultural pavilions. Prominent Sudanese singers and influencers are participating, showcasing the diversity of Sudan’s regions and communities. Thousands attended the opening concerts, enjoying performances of rababa music and popular Sudanese songs.
Visitors have explored Sudanese folk arts, customs, and traditional music, gaining a deeper appreciation of the country’s heritage.
The celebration marks the finale of the Global Harmony 2 initiative’s cultural events, which have aimed to promote cultural exchange and reflect the Kingdom’s values of coexistence and openness. Over more than 40 days, the initiative highlighted 14 cultures, including India, the Philippines, Egypt, Pakistan, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Bangladesh, Yemen, Uganda, and Ethiopia.
More than 100 artists and creators have participated, presenting artistic and musical performances alongside exhibitions of traditional cuisine, clothing, handicrafts, and family-friendly interactive activities. The initiative has been widely praised for celebrating the lives of residents in the Kingdom and the services provided to them.
Sudanese Culture Week is the latest in a series of events showcasing global cultures and strengthening cross-cultural understanding in Saudi Arabia.
