Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 20 July, 2015 5:51 am |

Women and children have flocked to King Salman Social Center to enjoy the folkloric shows presented by women's groups. They also attended the fashion show organized by Saudi fashion designer Modi Al-Sehli. 

Numerous Saudi female poets presented poem on Eid and patriotism as well as unity and solidarity against all attempts to disunite or disable the country. There were standup comedy shows for women as well as segments targeting children such as dexterity games and clowns.

At Prince Faisal Bin Fahd Olympic Complex, a large number of young men flocked to watch the standup comedy shows. Most visitors enjoyed the activities.

Also, the Heritage Village at Al-Jazirah District east Riyadh continues to see an influx of families who have come to participate in Eid Al-Fitr festivals organized by the Riyadh Municipality. 

The visitors expressed their admiration at the activities that focused on shedding light on the old traditional ways of celebrating Eid. The activities introduced today's generation to the way their forefathers used to express joy at the Eid festival. 

There were panoramic and folkloric shows presenting traditional music genres such as Mizmar, Samri, Ardah, and Khebaiti. Productive families were given spaces to display their hand-made products, which included women's accessories and textiles. 

The municipality selected seven sites in Riyadh to present firework shows which start at 11:15 p.m. Families can enjoys the shows at King Abdullah International Parks, King Fahad Stadium, the Suspension Bridge, Al-Nakheel Mall, King Abdulaziz Park, Al-Hayer District, and Al-Dariyadh District.