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SPA MAKKAH, March 31, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – A rare Quran manuscript preserved in Saudi Arabia is drawing attention in Makkah after the Holy Quran Museum in the Hira Cultural District highlighted a copy written in the form of a ship, an example of historic Islamic manuscript design and calligraphic innovation. The piece is believed to date to the 11th century CE, or the 5th century AH, placing it among early surviving works that illustrate how Quranic manuscripts

SPA MAKKAH, February 8, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Hira Cultural District hosted an evening dedicated to Arabic literature and rhetoric on Saturday, drawing scholars and specialized audiences for discussions on classical language and literary heritage. The event formed part of the district’s ongoing cultural programming aimed at supporting Makkah’s literary scene through forums that connect Arab heritage with contemporary intellectual discourse. SPA

SPA Makkah, Jan 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Holy Quran Museum in Makkah’s Hira Cultural District is showcasing a rare quarter of the Holy Quran, featuring part 25 and estimated to date back to the 9th century AH (15th century AD). Written in Levantine Naskh script, the manuscript is marked by intricate decorative elements and gilding. The piece is preserved at the King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies, with the display forming part of a collabora

📷SPA Makkah, Sept 22, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Hira Cultural District in Makkah will launch a six-day program of special...