Al-namas: Residents of Al-Madana Heritage Village in Al-Namas Governorate celebrated local heritage during a Ramadan event held as part of a community initiative. Launched by Governor of Aseer Region Prince Turki bin Talal bin Abdulaziz, the initiative aims to enhance community engagement and promote cultural heritage as a sustainable development resource.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the event showcased the village's heritage identity, aiming to position it as a notable tourist destination. It evoked daily life from the past and embodied social values that shaped the region.
Activities included plowing fields with oxen, threshing wheat by hand, and simulating the historical reception of pilgrims heading to Makkah. Traditional methods for preparing charitable meals were also demonstrated, highlighting ancient customs.
The event attracted broad participation from residents and officials, exemplifying community cohesion in preserving and promoting heritage as part of regional tourism.
Organizers noted the event as a model for activating cultural heritage as a pillar of sustainable development, enhancing tourism in northern Aseer and elevating heritage villages as cultural destinations.