Heritage & Culture

Heritage & Culture Saudi Arabia


The Kingdom's heritage and culture reflect the authenticity of its past and the diversity of its regions, from fashion and cuisine to handicrafts that embody the identity of Saudi society and its rich history.

Heritage and Culture

Heritage and Culture

1. Saudi Traditional Fashion

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Saudi traditional attire that reflects the unique identity of each region of the Kingdom, from the thobe and daghla to the maqtaa and agal.

Handicrafts

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Handicrafts represent artistic skills passed down through generations, where simple materials are transformed into exquisite pieces that reflect the identity of each region.

Traditional Saudi dishes

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 Traditional dishes reflect the history and culture of each region, distinguished by their unique flavors and authentic local ingredients.

Traditional Saudi Attire
And the regional fashions in Saudi Arabia

Saudi attire reflects the Kingdom’s rich heritage and identity, blending traditional elegance with modern touches. It includes garments such as the abaya, shemagh, and ghutra, all of which have evolved in design and color to suit various occasions while showcasing local culture with refined style.

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Central Region

Men: the dagla and the Najdi robe.
Women: Embroidered decorative headdress.

Western Region

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Men: Hijazi robe.
Women: Makki dress and embroidered cloak.
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Eastern Province

Men: white robes and lightweight cloaks.
Women: Stifling and Decorated Clothes 

Southern Region

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Men: Colorful clothes with embroidery                               Women: Southern dresses decorated with bold colors and gold thread.

 
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Northern Region

Men: Heavy fur in winter.
Women: Northern dress embroidered with shiny red thread.
 

Handicrafts
And the diversity of Saudi handicrafts

Saudi handicrafts are a vital part of the Kingdom’s cultural heritage, showcasing generations of skilled artisans in weaving, pottery, jewelry, and ceramics, blending traditional craftsmanship with creativity.

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 Weaving wool to make tents and carpets.

Pottery

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Shaping clay to produce traditional pots and tools.

Perfume industry

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Using oud, musk, and amber to produce local scents

Authentic Traditional Dishes
Culinary diversity in Saudi Arabia

 

Traditional Saudi cuisine reflects the Kingdom’s regional diversity and generous hospitality, featuring dishes like kabsa, jareesh, and matazeez that combine authentic flavors with centuries-old culinary traditions.

Jareesh

A dish of crushed wheat, famous in the Najd region, served with meat or lamb.

Al-Hanini

A popular dessert made from dates and flour.

Porridge

A traditional dish made from flour and water, famous in the southern region.