Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Aug 17, 2025 (AFP) - After DJs and raves, Saudi pushes home-grown culture

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2025-08-17

First, deeply religious Saudi Arabia opened its doors to Western raves and music festivals. Now it's turning to long-neglected Saudi traditions as it seeks to draw tourists and reshape its national identity. In "Terhal", a lavish stage show in Riyadh, an actor in a red-and-white headdress gallops on a white horse, exploring the kingdom's heritage and top tourist sites. The move towards more wholesome, Saudi-inspired entertainment comes after rauc......

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