الرتاث الوثائق يمن أجل الحوار بني الثقافات: دراسة حالة العال، اململكة العربية السعودية

<jats:p>Located in the northwestern region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, AlUla has been a meeting point for ancient civilizations of the Arabian Peninsula, the Mediterranean world, and Asia, serving as a setting where the arcs of common cultural heritage, the Arabic language, and humanity’s relationship with the natural environment has evolved. In the form of historic rock inscriptions sprawling across the walls of AlUla’s mountains and valleys, its remarkably well-preserved documentary heritage offers a window into ancient life in the region and demonstrates how cross-cultural contributions enriched its legacy. Members of AlUla’s local community have served for centuries as caretakers of thousands of inscriptions across the region’s heritage sites. Through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with members of AlUla’s community, the research platforms their voices alongside those of national and international heritage experts, complementing scholarly perspectives by delving into how documentary heritage can affirm a sense of national and cultural identity, while honing cross-cultural understanding and exchange.Using AlUla as a case study, this research presents a scalable vision for utilizing documentary heritage for intercultural dialogue, ensuring its integration into education, empowering communities as custodians, and harnessing technologies for its identification, preservation, and universal access.</jats:p>