Photography

Janadriyah Cultural Festival, Riyadh

By on • ( 786 Comments )

I ventured again to Riyadh, or the outskirts to be exact, in April 2013 for the annual Janadriyah Cultural Festival which is organised by the National Festival for Heritage and Culture.  From an expat perspective, the festival is an opportunity to get up close and personal with some ancient Saudi history and see cultural activities.

421

On arrival at the festival it became evident just how big was the festival, many people with lots of things to see. Fortunately we had a guide so we were ushered from museum, to traditional houses with bridal suites to fisherman making their nets and women selling their traditional craftwork from various materials such as pottery, leather and weaved wares.

953954

1604

962

There was time to sit down and watch a regional dance and thankfully small as I am me and my group were ushered to front row seats.  It was endearing to hear the musical story of a grandfather telling his grandson of a past event.  The dancers were indeed energetic and many in numbers.

A further stroll around the festival will lead you to an area where there are government organisations. Art museums proudly display paintings and craftwork.

955956961

952

You can have henna tattoos done, listen to folk poetry, visit the food stalls, tour castles

1363 1365 1367

or just sit down and relax and soak in the atmosphere.

966 1593

Categories: Photography, Travel

Tagged as: ,

786 replies »

  2. you’re in reality a just right webmaster.
    The website loading speed is incredible. It seems that
    you are doing any unique trick. Also, The contents are masterpiece.
    you’ve done a magnificent task in this topic!

    Like

  3. I feel this is one of the such a lot vital info for me.

    And i am glad studying your article. However wanna commentary on few general issues, The website taste is ideal, the articles is in point of fact nice :
    D. Just right task, cheers

    Like

  5. Generally I don’t learn article on blogs, but I would like to ssay that this write-up very compelled me to check
    out and do it! Your writing taste has been amazed me.
    Thanks, very great article.

    Like

  6. I’m truly enjoying the design and layout of your blog. It’s a very easy on the eyes which makes it much more enjoyable for me to come here and visit more
    often. Did you hire out a designer to create
    your theme? Exceptional work!

    Like

  7. Can I simply just say what a comfort to find an individual who
    truly understands what they are talking about on the internet.
    You definitely understand how to bring an issue to light andd make it
    important. More and more people must read this and understand this
    side of your story. I was surprised you aren’t more popular since you surely possess the gift.

    Like

  9. hello!,I really like your writing so so much! share we be in contact more
    about your post on AOL? I require a specialist in this area to resolve my problem.
    May be that’s you! Looking forward to look you.

    Like

  11. I’m more than happy to find this web site. I need to to thank you
    for ones time just for this wonderful read!! I definitely loved every bit of it and I have you saved to
    fav to see new information in your website.

    Like

  14. My brother suggested I may like this website. He used to be totally right.
    This put up truly made my day. You cann’t imagine simply how
    a lot time I had spent for this info! Thank you!

    Like

  15. I’m impressed, I have to admit. Seldom do I encounter a blog
    that’s equally educative and interesting, and without a
    doubt, you’ve hit thhe nail on the head. The issue is something not nough folks are
    speaking intelligently about. Now i’m very happy I came across this in my search for sometrhing concerning this.

    Like

  17. Nice post. I used to be checking continuously this weblog and I am inspired!
    Extremely useful info specifically the remaining section :
    ) I take care of such info much. I used to be looking for this certain info for a long time.
    Thanks and best of luck.

    Like

  20. Simply desire to say your article is as astounding. The clearness to your post is simply great and i
    could suppose you are knowledgeable in this subject. Fine together
    with your permission allow me to seize your feed to stay
    updated with coming near near post. Thank you 1,000,000 and please keep up the gratifying work.

    Like

  24. Be thankful for anyone whn considering your personal worth it editorial..
    I really love the way you write it. it’s easily readable.
    I never find such an interesting article. do you have
    any more udates about this article? please contact me
    soon.

    Like

  25. I absolutely love your blog.. Very nice colors & theme. Did you develop this website yourself?
    Please reply back as I’m attempting to create my very own blog and would like to know where you got this from or exactly what the theme is named.
    Appreciate it!

    Like

  26. I was more than happy to find this great site. I wanted to thank you for your time
    due to this fantastic read!! I definitely liked every bit of it and I have you book marked to see new things on your
    website.

    Like

  28. Hello there! This is my first visit to your blog!

    We are a collection of volunteers and starting a new initiative in a community
    in the same niche. Your blog provided us useful information to work on. You have done a wonderful job!

    Like

  30. Great V I should certainly pronounce, impressed with your web site. I had no trouble navigating through all the tabs as well as related info ended up being truly easy to do to access. I recently found what I hoped for before you know it in the least. Quite unusual. Is likely to appreciate it for those who add forums or anything, site theme . a tones way for your client to communicate. Nice task..

    Like

  31. Ι have been browsing online more than 2 hoսrs tοday, yet I never found any interesting article like yours.
    It is рretty woгth enough for me. In my opinion, if
    аll website owners and bloggers made good content
    as yoս did, the іnteгnet will be a lot more useful than еver before.

    Like

  35. Have you ever thought about creating an ebook or
    guest authoring on other blogs? I have a blog
    centered on the same topics you discuss and would love to have you share some stories/information. I know my subscribers would appreciate your work.
    If you’re even remotely interested, feel free to shoot me an e mail.

    Like

  38. Excellent post. I was checking continuously this blog and I’m
    impressed! Very useful information specially the last
    part 🙂 I care for such info a lot. I was seeking this certain info for a long time.
    Thank you and good luck.

    Like

  39. If some one wishes expert view regarding blogging
    and site-building afterward i suggest him/her to pay a visit this blog, Keep up the
    fastidious job.

    Like

  43. If you wish for to improve your know-how only keep visiting this site and be updated with the
    hottest gossip posted here.

    Like

  45. Hey there I am so grateful I found your site, I
    really found you by accident, while I was searching on Digg for something else, Anyhow I am here
    now and would just like to say many thanks for a remarkable post and a all round entertaining blog (I also love
    the theme/design), I don’t have time to look over it all at the moment but I have saved it and also included your RSS
    feeds, so when I have time I will be back to read much more, Please
    do keep up the superb jo.

    Like