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Beneath the calm surface of the Red Sea lies a vast archive of stories waiting to be rediscovered. The exhibition “Sunken Treasures: The Maritime Heritage of the Red Sea” at the recently opened Red Sea Museum offers visitors a rare glimpse into this underwater history.
In the heart of Historic Jeddah, where coral-stone buildings lean into narrow streets, a new cultural landmark has opened its doors — one that does not simply display history, but allows visitors to step inside it. The Red Sea Museum is more than a museum; it is a journey through time, water, and human connection.
Jeddah’s historic seaport has taken on a new life as the Red Sea Museum, transforming Bab Al-Bunt, the city’s iconic gateway, into a vibrant cultural space that bridges history and contemporary art. For centuries, the pointed double-curved arches of Bab Al-Bunt welcomed pilgrims arriving by sea, marking the final leg of their spiritual journey to Makkah and Madinah.
The Red Sea International Film Festival launched its fifth edition on December 4 in the historic district of Al-Balad, Jeddah — and with it, Saudi Arabia reaffirmed its ambition to become one of the world’s most dynamic emerging centers for film, culture, and entertainment.
A new short film competition is set to entice and support local filmmakers while challenging them as they write, shoot, and edit their creations in just 48 hours.