The people of AlUla celebrate"Tantora"…a cultural tradition associated with the planting season

Start today to celebrate The people of AlUla effectively "Tantora" In the Old City, which is considered one of the most prominent cultural traditions inherited in the region, and an important basis in organizing the affairs of agricultural life and determining the entry into the winter quarters for decades.

It represents "Tantora" A historic sundial that the people and residents of AlUla relied on in the past to know the change of seasons and the arrival of Agricultural seasons, which made it a pivotal element in organizing the cycle of agricultural work and daily life in the oasis over successive generations.

Cultural Heritage

The event witnessed the presence of a number of AlUla residents and visitors, in an atmosphere that evoked the memory of the place, and reflected the local community’s connection to its cultural heritage, and the visitors’ interest in learning about one of the most prominent manifestations of intangible cultural heritage in the region.

The event included a number of cultural activities And heritage, which highlighted the historical value of the tantoura and its role in strengthening the relationship between man and his agricultural environment, in addition to heritage displays, experiments with traditional crafts, introductory sections on the history of the tantoura and its uses, and activities that reminisced the features of ancient life in AlUla.

The importance of the tantoura

Celebrating this occasion contributes to enhancing awareness of the importance of the tantoura as a cultural witness to the seasonal practices that formed The way of life of the people, especially its connection to the announcement of the beginning of winter and the agricultural preparations accompanying the winter square, as the Royal Commission for AlUla Governorate is keen to partner with the people in reviving these inherited cultural practices, and supporting their presence as an integral part of the local identity.

And it effectively embodies the continuation of the celebration "Tantora" The people of AlUla are keen to preserve and pass on their cultural heritage, and to enhance its presence in the cultural scene, which contributes to providing an authentic experience that enriches visitors’ understanding of the value of local heritage and the depth of its connection to place and time.

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