The Qassim Municipality launches heritage events in the Housing Park in Buraidah
In a move reflecting the growing interest in reviving cultural heritage and strengthening social bonds, the Qassim Region Municipality a unique community event at the Housing Park in Buraidah. This initiative aimed to create an authentic local atmosphere and offer visitors a comprehensive heritage experience. This step is part of the municipality's ongoing strategy to enhance quality of life and promote community events in public spaces, in line with the goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030.
A living experience of culinary heritage
The event witnessed a remarkable turnout from families and visitors, featuring live cooking demonstrations of traditional dishes. The heritage foods using time-honored methods, creating an interactive atmosphere that reflected the richness of the region's culinary heritage. These demonstrations offered visitors, especially younger generations, the opportunity to experience traditional cooking firsthand and learn about the tools and ingredients used in the past, thus contributing to the preservation of this heritage.
Cultural context and global dimension of the city of Buraidah
These events are not a coincidence, but rather stem from Buraidah's prestigious global standing in the culinary field. It is worth noting that UNESCO's Creative Cities Network has included Buraidah on its list of Creative Cities in the field of Gastronomy, an international recognition that reflects the depth of the food culture in the Qassim region. Such events, organized by the municipality, are a practical manifestation of this global recognition, highlighting local dishes such as Kleija, Jareesh, and Marqooq, and presenting them as an integral part of the Kingdom's cultural identity.
Enhancing quality of life and humanizing cities
These activities fall under the Quality of Life Program, one of the most important programs for achieving the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which aims to improve the lifestyle of individuals and families and build a society where its members enjoy a balanced way of life. The Qassim Municipality, through the activation of public parks, such as the Housing Park, is working on the concept of "humanizing cities," transforming parks from mere silent green spaces into vibrant urban centers of social activity, thus enhancing the mental and physical health of residents and providing a safe recreational outlet for families.
Social mobility and economic impact
The event featured a number of accompanying recreational activities that created a welcoming family atmosphere for all segments of society and contributed to strengthening social interaction. In addition to its recreational and cultural aspects, these events contribute to stimulating the local economy by supporting local producers and chefs, and by boosting domestic tourism in the region. The Secretariat affirms its commitment to continuing to support high-quality events that highlight the region's cultural identity and promote community engagement.
