Musicians perform at the Hegra heritage site in AlUla, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 20, 2025.

Saudi Arabia on Thursday launched the Ancient Kingdoms Festival 2025 in the historic city of AlUla.

Running from Nov. 20 to Dec. 6, the event honors the civilizations that once thrived in AlUla through immersive storytelling and experiences. (Xinhua/Luo Chen)

Musicians perform at the Hegra heritage site in AlUla, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 20, 2025.

Saudi Arabia on Thursday launched the Ancient Kingdoms Festival 2025 in the historic city of AlUla.

Running from Nov. 20 to Dec. 6, the event honors the civilizations that once thrived in AlUla through immersive storytelling and experiences. (Xinhua/Luo Chen)