Qassim governor: Classic cars festival distinguished; to be held annually
More than 300 cars participate in the event
BREIDA: Qassim Gov. Prince Faisal bin Mishaal praised the Heritage and Classic Cars festival held in Qassim, saying this year’s experience “encouraged us to direct the branch of the General Authority for Tourism and National Heritage in the region to hold the festival, which was well organized and successful, annually.”
He said the festival will “definitely” be on the calendar of the Tourism Development Council and will hopefully become a tradition.
More than 300 cars participated in the festival. Prince Faisal said there are car owners in Qassim who need such an activity to practice their hobby, which also exists in the Gulf countries and the wider Arab world.
He thanked the General Authority for Tourism and National Heritage branch Director Ibrahim Al-Misheqeh and his employees who contributed to making the festival a success, as attested by the many visitors from other Gulf countries.
He said the large participation of classic car owners shows the importance they attached to the festival and that it can be held annually.
On Saturday he visited the three-day festival, organized by the Tourism Development Council, the first of its kind in the region.
He toured the festival, viewed the rare cars on display and took part in some activities, including a visit to the art museum.
Al-Misheqeh expressed appreciation for the support given by Prince Faisal in holding the festival, saying it was the governor’s idea to provide support and motivation for the hobby.
Al-Misheqeh added that more than 50 competitions were held during the festival, and many awards were given to participants.