The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) along with Bahrain Bay Development inaugurated an official memorial to commemorate the Saudi National Day, which falls annually on September 23 every year, in Bahrain Bay area.
The Obelix monument was decorated with internally LED lit calligraphy consisting a beacon of light that points towards ‘The Holy Kaaba.’ This grand structure is assembled in the middle of the maze located at The Gardens area in Bahrain Bay, which is one of the most exquisite gardens in Bahrain.
The inaugural comprised a variety of events, including a musical performance and a Dhow show lasting for 3 hours. The memorial also reflected several long rays of green laser colors pointing towards Saudi Arabia.
"Through this memorial, we wish to welcome our Saudi brothers to the Kingdom of Bahrain and greet the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on the occasion of its National Day,” Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) CEO, Dr. Nasser Qaedi said.
Dr. Qaedi praised the memorial's organizers for their unique idea and choosing one of Bahrain's most prestigious locations for the memorial to be assembled, which serves as a constant reminder of the close relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
“The unveiling of this memorial is just one of the celebrations of the Saudi National Day that BTEA has planned and executed successfully. Such activities include singing traditional Saudi and Bahraini songs, performing of character and puppet shows in the Manama Souq and promoting this event through a variety of media partners,” Dr. Qaedi emphasized.
Dr. Qaedi also remarked on how eager the various private tourism facilities in Bahrain were to make necessary preparations to receive people and families from Saudi Arabia on this occasion, as well as the captivating entertainment programmes that have been offered, as an embodiment of the slogan Bahrain has launched on this occasion: "Delighted to see you."
From his part, Mr. Gagan Suri, CEO of Bahrain Bay Development Company said: “Bahrain Bay is proud to showcase the outstanding monument of The Obelix at Bahrain Bay, inaugurating it with colors of the Saudi National Flag on its National Day.
"The Obelix at Bahrain Bay was internally conceptualized and designed by Bahrain bay Development’s internal creative team after researching many inspiring ideas and iconic monuments around the world.
We chose this monument because it brings the past, present and future all in one monument intertwined with a practical function". Mr. Suri added.
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