French Minister of Culture Explores Cultural Sites, Events in Riyadh

Riyadh, March 19, 2024, SPA -- The Minister of Culture of the Republic of France Rachida Dati explored several prominent cultural venues and events in Riyadh during her official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today.
During the tour, she visited the "Diriyah Biennale for Contemporary Art" held in the Jax district of Diriyah, attracting a significant number of elite artists from both the Kingdom and around the globe. As a result, the Jax district underwent a complete redesign, transforming it into a vibrant creative hub featuring performance spaces, artist studios, art galleries, and supportive platforms.
Then the French Minister dropped at the Irqah Cultural Center, where she was briefed on its various innovative cultural initiatives. The center exemplifies Saudi cultural creativity by repurposing historical buildings into unique spaces that embrace art, artists, and elements of Saudi culture.
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