Al-Wakeel Al-Tamimi opens a documentary exhibition for the Hadrami dance in Sayun.

Assistant Governor Opens Exhibition Celebrating Hadhrami Cultural Heritage

Assistant Governor of Hadhramaut for the Valley and Desert Affairs, Abdulhadi Al-Tamimi, inaugurated today in Sayun the “Hadhrami Dan Photographic Exhibition.” This event, organized by the Office of Culture, celebrates the Yemeni Revolution anniversaries and coincides with the registration of Hadhrami Dan as part of UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage.

Exhibition Features Cultural Documentation

Al-Tamimi, accompanied by the Director of the Office of Culture, Ahmed Bin Dwaist, toured the exhibition held at the Ali Bakathir Hall. The exhibition showcased 60 documentary photographs of poets and singers from the Hadhrami Dan tradition in the Valley and Desert of Hadhramaut. Additionally, it displayed various publications and works related to the Hadhrami Dan and its cultural heritage.

Importance of Preserving Cultural Heritage

During the event, Al-Tamimi emphasized the significance of documenting Hadhrami cultural and artistic heritage. He highlighted the need to preserve its elements and pass them on to future generations. He praised the efforts made in preparing the Hadhrami Dan file and its inclusion in UNESCO’s list of intangible cultural heritage.

Poetry Session and Recognition of Contributors

The event featured a morning poetry session with contributions from poets Khalid Baharitha, Taha Bahamid, Amira Al-Amri, and Fatima Mudaaf. They presented poetic works related to Hadhrami heritage. At the conclusion of the event, organizers honored contributors to the Hadhrami Dan file, as well as the participating poets.

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