First phase Saudi Arabia’s ‘Pulse of Alkhobar’ project launched

First phase Saudi Arabia’s ‘Pulse of Alkhobar’ project launched

RIYADH: The first phase of the "Pulse of Alkhobar“ project has been launched as part of plans to develop an integrated cultural center in the heart of the city and transform the Eastern Province's arts scene.

The project follows calls by architecture experts, social media activists and artists for a collaboration across multiple sectors to strengthen the province's cultural impact.

According to Culture Minister Prince Badr bin Abudllah bin Farhan, the project, centered on the site of the city's old market, is the fruit of a partnership between the ministry and its municipal and rural affairs counterpart.

Acting Minister of Municipal and Rural Affairs Majid Al-Hogail said that the project will build an artistic and heritage destination that will improve the lives of residents of Alkhobar governorate as well as visitors to the Eastern Province.

The project will help define the region's culture and enhance its position as a tourist destination, he added.

Abdulhadi Al-Shammari, the province's municipal chairman, told Arab News that the new project will also improve services at municipal facilities, while preserving Saudi heritage and culture.

The project introduces tourists and visitors to the culture of the province, and highlights Al-Olaya district as the center of the city's culture and arts activities.

Al-Shammari said that the