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Ancient Kingdoms Festival: Journey through AlUla’s Glorious Past

AlUla, Saudi Arabia’s ancient oasis, will take its visitors in an immersive journey to explore its rich heritage and glorious past in the Ancient Kingdoms Festival.

The flagship event is scheduled from November 7-30, 2024, providing visitors a unique opportunity to discover the secrets of the ancient kingdoms and civilizations that ruled AlUla thousands of years ago.

Ancient Kingdoms Festival: Journey through AlUla’s Glorious Past

According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the third edition of AlUla’s Ancient Kingdoms Festival will bring a diverse range of daytime experiences, exploration tours, and after dark journeys inspired by the stories of AlUla’s ancient past. These amazing activities are organized and delivered by specialized teams, enriching the visitors’ experience.

Ancient Kingdoms Festival: Journey through AlUla’s Glorious Past

The Ancient Kingdoms Festival 2024 features a wide array of AlUla’s heritage sites. These include Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hegra; the stunning valley of Wadi Al-Naam; and AlUla’s Old Town, one of the world’s best tourism villages.

AlUla Moments, the event organizer, unveiled a collection of new exciting events that will enrich this year’s edition of the Ancient Kingdoms Festival and immerse history and culture fans in an extraordinary experience in the heart of AlUla’s desert.

Ancient Kingdoms Festival: Journey through AlUla’s Glorious Past

Moreover, the event includes a one-of-a-kind exhibition at the Maraya cultural venue, featuring a distinctive collection from the National Archaeological Museum of Naples (MANN), Italy, that involves icons of history such as Alexander the Great, Emperor Trajan and Marcus Aurelias.

The Incense Road Experience is one of the most exhilarating experiences that will take visitors in a mesmerizing journey through AlUla’s Old Town, where ancient history meets living heritage.

Additionally, Hegra After Dark – Stories from the Sky presents a dazzling drone show and spectacular projections that showcase the ancient monuments in an innovative way.

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