Thousands flock to Aseer Season art, cultural festival

Thousands of tourists have attended this year’s Aseer Season in Saudi Arabia, soaking up a selection of art and cultural events.

The big hits at the festivalhave been the Art Street and Al-Muftaha Village, which include artworks incorporating trees, flowers, and special lighting effects.

Al-Muftaha Village includes a mosque decorated with calligraphy designs, and exhibitions showcasing a blend of architecture and contemporary art.

The season also features other activities, such as visual art ceremonies, pottery making, and coloring for children and women, a calligraphy zone, silversmiths’ section, local honey and ghee corner, an Aseeri fashion area, and souvenir gifts.

Visitors can also have their photograph taken while wearing Aseeri costumes, or they can head to a theater area hosting special seminars on art and painting with the participation of Saudi artists, and music and folk groups.