MADINAH: Madinah is set for a grand Eid Al-Fitr celebration with cultural and social programs, including competitions, plays and poetry recitation, at 36 locations. The celebrations were launched by Mayor Khaled Al-Taher after the Isha prayers on Tuesday, reported a local publication.

Al-Taher said that the the programs have been organized in cooperation with Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage. "The municipality has completed all the preparations and is ready to launch the Taiba celebrations, during which prizes will be given to the winners of various events. The heritage Madinah neighborhood located in the King Fahd Park will receive visitors from the first day of Eid."

He said the activities are being organized by the Madinah municipality in line with the vision of Gov. Prince Faisal bin Salman to provide entertainment to nationals and residents during Eid holidays.