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A large pile of freshly picked pink Taif roses in front of burlap sacks filled with more roses, set outdoors in soft natural light.

Perfume and Persistence in the City of Roses

While Saudi Arabia charges ahead with bold reforms and towering skylines, a quieter story unfolds each spring in Taif, where millions of Damask roses bloom. For the farmers who rise before dawn to harvest them, these roses are more than flowers—they are a way of life, a source of pride, and now, a fragile tradition facing the growing pressures of climate and change.

Apr 23, 2025

A necklace resembling the one Zaynab bint Muhammad used to ransom her husband, highlighting the cultural value of family artifacts.. (DALL -E)

Saudi Arabia Finds Its Future in Its Past

As Saudi Arabia undergoes rapid transformation, the challenge lies in embracing progress while staying true to deeply rooted traditions. The story of Zaynab bint Muhammad and Abu al-As ibn al-Rabi’ offers timeless lessons on love, loyalty, and resilience—values that still guide Saudi society through change.

Nov 7, 2024

All Articles with the tag #Resilience

Perfume and Persistence in the City of Roses

Saudi Arabia Finds Its Future in Its Past

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