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A drone light show forms the shape of an eagle above the Qasr al-Farid tomb in Saudi Arabia. — A drone light show forms an eagle above the Qasr al-Farid tomb in Saudi Arabia.

A man in traditional Nabataean clothing stands in front of the Qasr al-Farid tomb in Al-'Ula, Saudi Arabia, illuminated at night. The tomb, carved into a sandstone outcrop, is a popular tourist destination showcasing the region's rich history and unique landscape. — Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia, at night with a man in costume.

Two men in traditional clothing stand with camels in front of the Qasr al-Farid tomb in Saudi Arabia, illuminated by lights, showcasing the historical site and cultural heritage. — Two camel herders stand in front of a large tomb at Hegra, Saudi Arabia

A luxury desert camp is illuminated at dusk, offering a unique and comfortable experience in a remote landscape. — Desert camp at dusk with illuminated tents.

A group of people are enjoying a meal together in a glass-enclosed structure, set against the backdrop of illuminated rock formations under a starry night sky. — Desert dining under the stars, surrounded by sandstone cliffs.

Hegra By Candlelight concert - AlUla, Saudi Arabia

Elissa at Maraya, AlUla

Hegra By Candlelight concert - AlUla, Saudi Arabia

Hegra By Candlelight concert - AlUla, Saudi Arabia

Hegra By Candlelight concert - AlUla, Saudi Arabia

A man in traditional Saudi Arabian clothing stands on a stage with his arms outstretched, in front of an orchestra, performing at a concert in AlUla, Saudi Arabia. — AlUla performance with orchestra and traditional Saudi Arabian presenter.

A band is performing on a stage in front of an audience. The band consists of a drummer, a bassist, a guitarist, a violinist, and a singer. The stage is lit up with bright lights, and there is a large screen behind the band displaying geometric patterns. The audience is seated in chairs and is watching the performance. — Live band performing on stage with audience watching.

A DJ is playing music for a crowd of people on a beach at night. The DJ is wearing headphones and has her hand raised in the air. The crowd is dancing and enjoying the music. The scene is lit with purple and orange lights. — DJ performs for beach party crowd at night.

A scene unfolds with a man dressed as a Roman soldier, complete with a shield and spear, standing guard beside a horse-drawn carriage. Inside the carriage, a woman in a white head covering waves, while a man sits beside her, holding the reins. The setting appears to be a historical reenactment or a film set, with other people in period costumes visible in the background. — Ancient parade in AlUla Old Town with chariot, shield, and spear.

A group of men in traditional clothing are riding camels in a procession, likely for a cultural event or celebration. — Camel caravan and procession at dusk in Al-'Ula, Saudi Arabia

Two men ride camels down a sandy street lined with shops and people in Al-'Ula, Saudi Arabia, offering tourists a traditional mode of transportation and a glimpse into the region's cultural heritage. — Camels ride through AlUla Old Town, Saudi Arabia.

A person dressed in a Roman soldier costume, complete with a helmet, shield, and sword, stands in front of the Qasr al-Farid tomb in Saudi Arabia, possibly for a historical reenactment or a photo opportunity. — Boy dressed as Roman soldier in front of ancient tombs at Hegra, AlUla

Jabal Ikmah After Dark experience

A man in traditional white clothing and a turban presents a handful of dates, likely offering them as a gesture of hospitality or as a traditional food item. — Man in turban offers dates.

Two men in traditional Omani dress stand with their camels, which are adorned with colorful decorations. The men are likely guards or caretakers, and the camels may be used for transportation or tourism. — Men with camels in traditional dress - AlUla, Saudi Arabia

A young boy is looking at a facial reconstruction of Hinat, daughter of Wahbů, who commissioned a tomb for herself, her children, and her descendants. The tomb was discovered by archaeologists and contained the remains of around 80 individuals. One skull was selected for a ground-breaking facial reconstruction project. — Boy views facial reconstruction of woman from ancient tomb.

A man in a white thobe and black cap is crouching with his arms outstretched, smiling broadly. He is in a room with a colorful, streamer-like decoration behind him, and a screen showing an underwater scene in front of him. — An artist of the AlUla Artist Residency programme shares his work

A man in traditional Saudi Arabian clothing is interacting with an art installation featuring metallic, helium-filled plastic clouds, part of an exhibition that recreates the 1966 "Exploding Plastic Inevitable" event, a sensory experience of light, music, and film. — A Saudi man interacts with an art installation that recreates the 1966 "Exploding Plastic Inevitable" event

A man in a tan jacket and pants walks through a hallway with bright orange lights, possibly an art installation or museum exhibit, raising his hand as if interacting with the space. — Man in illuminated corridor with geometric light patterns.

A woman with curly hair and a white shirt is looking at a collection of small, sepia-toned photographs laid out on a wooden surface, possibly reviewing or organizing them. — One of the artists of the AlUla Artist Residency programme

A person in traditional Arab clothing walks on a pink illuminated path towards a large structure made of stacked crates in a desert landscape, possibly an art installation or exhibit. — A man walks into Rashed AlShashai's artwork "A Concise Passage" - Desert X 2020, AlUla

A large mural of draped fabric hangs on the side of a building in a state of disrepair, with rubble and dirt in the foreground. — "Cortona on the Move" artwork hung on a building in AlUla

A woman walks through an exhibit titled "Design elements of AlUla", which includes displays of materials and design principles. — AlUla design exhibit with woman walking through the space.

A blonde woman in a patterned dress stands in a desert landscape, holding a falcon on her gloved hand. The falcon has its wings spread, and hot air balloons are visible in the background. — Holding a falcon in front of hot air balloons - AlUla, Saudi Arabia

A falcon is perched in front of a desert landscape with hot air balloons in the background. In AlUla, Saudi Arabia for AlUla Skies festival — Falcon with hot air balloons in background - AlUla, Saudi Arabia

A woman in a red dress stands in the desert, looking at two hot air balloons in the sky near the rock formations of Hegra in Saudi Arabia. — Watching hot air balloons float over Hegra - AlUla, Saudi Arabia

An aerial view shows the ruins of a mud-brick building, its roof long gone, revealing the skeletal remains of its interior structure, a testament to time's passage and the impermanence of human constructions. — Aerial view of a dilapidated mud-brick building in a desert.

An aerial view shows the historic Al-Ula Old Town, a mud-brick village in Saudi Arabia, with a lit minaret standing out among the dense architecture. — Aerial view of Al Ula Old Town, Saudi Arabia.

An aerial view shows the dense, maze-like architecture of Al-'Ula Old Town, a historic settlement in Saudi Arabia, with ongoing restoration and archaeological work visible along its edges. — Aerial view of Al-'Ula Old Town, Saudi Arabia.

A group of tourists stand in front of a large, ancient rock-cut tomb, likely in a desert region, observing and taking pictures of the historical site. — Tourists admire and photograph the Lion Tomb in AlUla, Saudi

A group of people are walking through a desert landscape, possibly on a guided tour or expedition, to explore the natural beauty and geological formations of the area. — Group of people walking in desert landscape with rock formations

A group of men in traditional Saudi Arabian dress ride horses in front of the Elephant Rock formation in AlUla, Saudi Arabia, showcasing the region's cultural heritage and natural beauty. — Horses and riders in Saudi dress in front of Elephant Rock, AlUla

A large rock formation is seen in the background, with a modern art sculpture in the foreground. — Dana Awartani's "Where the Dwellers Lay" in the Desert X AlUla landscape

A large, reflective sphere sits in a desert canyon, supported by a trail of rocks, reflecting the canyon walls and sky. — Desert X 2024 art installation by Faisal Samra "The Dot" - AlUla, Saudi Arabia

Two women in abayas and a child are walking up and down the stairs of a cylindrical building with a spiral staircase. — Saudi family explore the "Resonant Shell" artwork in AlUla, Saudi Arabia

Jabal Ikmah After Dark experience

Two men stand on either side of a large, circular light fixture, possibly an art installation, in a room with green walls. One man is wearing a dark coat and the other is wearing a light-colored blazer. — Two men stand before a glowing circle on a wall.

Men singing at a concert in AlUla

A woman in traditional Saudi Arabian dress rides a white horse, with other riders in the background, possibly for a cultural event or performance. — Saudi Arabian horse riders in traditional dress

A group of people stand in front of a large rock formation, one of them holding a torch. They are likely participating in a torch relay or some other kind of ceremonial event. — Saudi Arabia hosts Asian Winter Games torch relay at Hegra.

Four men in traditional Saudi Arabian clothing walk away from the camera across a desert landscape towards a large rock formation under a blue sky with scattered clouds. — Saudi men walks towards Qaṣr al-Farīd at Hegra, AlUla

Three men in traditional Saudi Arabian clothing are looking at a topographical model, with one man pointing at a specific area. They appear to be discussing the landscape or a project related to it. — Saudi men examine a topographical model.

Two men are relaxing on inflatable rafts in a pool at a desert resort, enjoying the sun and the music from the poolside DJ. — People relax at Azimuth Pool Party - Habitas Resort, AlUla

A DJ is performing at an outdoor event, with a man in the background holding a drink and gesturing towards the DJ, creating a lively and interactive atmosphere. — DJ performing at a nightclub with a crowd.

Jabal Ikmah After Dark experience

A woman in a red dress kneels in the desert with her arms outstretched as sand falls around her. — Chinese musician, vocalist and artistic director Rui Fu brings "Nine Songs" to AlUla

A woman in a maroon dress and headscarf speaks into a microphone at a "Design Space AlUla" event, while a man in a green jacket sits on a couch next to her, and several people sit in the foreground listening. — Design Space AlUla event with speaker and audience.

An individual is holding a smartphone, seemingly taking a photo or video, with the screen displaying a camera interface against a vibrant red backdrop. — Person taking a picture with a phone in red light.

A close-up shot captures a person's hand weaving a colorful pattern into a loom, showcasing the intricate process of textile creation. — Hand weaving colorful pattern on loom with yarn.

A person is carefully painting a geometric pattern with a fine brush, adding detail and color to the design. — Painting a geometric pattern with a fine brush.

A person wearing a respirator and a white coat is using a chisel and a power tool to carve a piece of stone. — Sculptor chiseling stone with power tool and chisel.

Three individuals wearing white lab coats are intently focused on drawing or painting on small gray cards at a table. The setting appears to be a classroom or workshop, with shelves in the background. The individuals are using paintbrushes and other tools, suggesting they are engaged in a creative or technical activity. — Three people in lab coats drawing at a table.

Two women are seated in front of a backdrop for a talk or presentation, likely related to jewelry arts, as indicated by the "L'ÉCOLE School of Jewelry Arts" banner behind them. A book titled "ALULA FLORA: A Botanical Treasure" is displayed on a small table between them, suggesting the topic may involve botanical themes in jewelry or art. — Two women present Alula Flora book at jewelry arts school.

Two people wearing hats and draped in a Saudi Arabian flag stand outside a restaurant, while other patrons sit at tables nearby. — People outside a restaurant with a Saudi Arabia flag.

A woman in a black coat and pants stands next to a mannequin wearing a black leather jacket and pants in a clothing store. — Woman in black coat with mannequin in store.

In a vibrant display of cultural expression, three women are seen engaging in a traditional performance. One woman, adorned in a peach-colored dress and a black headscarf, is singing and gesturing with her hand, her face painted with traditional markings. Another woman, dressed in purple and also wearing a black headscarf, holds a round, light-colored drum, seemingly providing the rhythm for the performance. A third woman, similarly dressed in purple and a black headscarf, stands in the background, possibly part of the ensemble. The performance is taking place outdoors, with a rocky, desert-like landscape serving as the backdrop, suggesting a connection to their heritage and the environment. — Women in traditional dress dance and play drums - AlUla, Saudi Arabia

A man in a white t-shirt and orange Adidas track pants stands in front of a mirror in the desert, looking up at the sky. — Will Smith looks up at Maraya mirrored concert hall in AlUla, Saudi Arabia

Three young boys in traditional Saudi Arabian clothing sit on the ground in Al-'Ula, Saudi Arabia, smiling for the camera. — Three boys in traditional Saudi Arabian clothing in AlUla, Saudi Arabia

An overhead shot captures the architectural details of an interior space, featuring a staircase with a black railing, wooden flooring, and a seating area with a table and chair, all illuminated by wall-mounted lamps. — Overhead view of a room with stairs and furniture.

A textured, layered sculpture sits on a gray pedestal, illuminated by a spotlight. The sculpture is made of woven material with a pattern of light brown and dark brown or black, creating a layered effect reminiscent of petals or scales. In the background, there are textured wall hangings and thick ropes, adding to the artistic and tactile nature of the scene. The lighting emphasizes the textures and shapes of the artwork, creating a visually engaging display. — 'Their Love Is Like All Loves, Their Death Is Like All Deaths’ by Manal AlDowayan - AlUla, Saudi Arabia

A group of people are enjoying a candlelit dinner inside a modern, glass-walled structure in the desert at night, creating a unique and memorable dining experience. — Desert dinner party under a modern structure at night.

A woman stands between two posters, one for a documentary film festival and the other with Arabic text, possibly at an event or exhibition. — Woman peers between posters with Arabic text and film festival.

Will Smith admiring Andy Warhol artwork at the "Fame" exhibition in AlUla, Saudi Arabia

A woman stands in front of a wall with the names of the participants of the Alula Trail Race 2025. — Woman poses in front of Alula Trail Race wall.

In a dynamic action shot, polo players are seen competing on horseback, with one player in an orange jersey striking the ball with a mallet, while others follow closely behind, set against a backdrop of desert mountains. — Polo players compete in desert landscape - AlUla, Saudi Arabia

A woman smiles while holding up a 50KM AlMejdar race medal, showing her accomplishment and pride in completing the race. — Woman smiles, holding 50KM AlUla Trail Race medal.

Two men in traditional white clothing walk across a wooden bridge surrounded by lush green palm trees, enjoying a leisurely stroll in a serene outdoor setting. — Two men in thobes walk on a wooden bridge.