Move over, Great Wall—Saudi Arabia is rolling out the #SaudiTravelFestival in Beijing to showcase its ancient wonders and modern vibes! 🏜️✨ The kingdom’s Tourism Minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb kicked off the event at Tiantan Park (aka the Temple of Heaven) on Thursday, blending Arabian flair with a splash of Beijing buzz.
🎉 Think virtual reality tours of Riyadh’s futuristic skylines, hands-on workshops for traditional Arabic calligraphy, and live performances of the mesmerizing 'Ardah' dance. 'We’re building bridges through culture,' Al-Khateeb said, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s push to welcome 1.5 million Chinese visitors by 2030 under its Vision 2030 economic plan. 💼📈
Why China? 🇨🇳 With over 100 million outbound Chinese tourists annually, Saudi is tapping into a mega-market craving new adventures. The festival also aims to spotlight lesser-known UNESCO sites like Al-Ula’s rock-carved tombs—perfect for Instagram’s #Wanderlust crowd. 📸
🤝 This isn’t just tourism—it’s diplomacy with a hashtag! As cross-cultural exchanges heat up, expect more pop-up events in Shanghai and Guangzhou soon. Ready to swap dumplings for dates? 🥟➡️🌴
