RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Upon arriving in the historic town of Diriyah, nestled in the northwestern edge of the Saudi Arabian capital Riyadh, one can easily sense the sweeping impact of the conservative Arab kingdom’s ongoing socioeconomic metamorphosis.
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The Diriyah Biennale Foundation inaugurated on Monday the second edition of Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale, held under the theme “After Rain”, showcasing the works of Saudi and international artists, SPA said. Held until May 24 in the JAX district, in Diriyah, the exhibition is curated by Ute Meta Bauer, artistic director of the biennale. Some 100 artists, including 30 from the Gulf countries, exhibit 177 artworks in six indoor and outdoor halls and courtyards spread over 12,900 square meters.