Al Mithnab Traditional Village
A journey into the past of Qassim
About Al Mithnab Traditional Village
The fragrant smell of perfumes fills the alleys of the historic Mithnab Village, introducing visitors to the authentic heritage of Qassim Province. The village clings to its extreme authenticity, as the traditional mud houses welcome you with their ancient construction and lanterns hanging on their walls. The old inhabitants of the province narrate the history of Qassim, as their memories are filled with stories and tales that they preserve with utmost care.
Back to the original past
The historic Mithnab Village is located in the Mithnab Governorate in Qassim Province, and it offers a complete local experience. It hosts seasonal festivals that showcase a vivid picture of Qassim's heritage and its fragrant past through folk dances and direct performances of popular arts. In addition, there is a live demonstration of traditional practices in preparing dishes. Traditional cuisine is served by local women.
Al-Majlis Traditional Market
Al-Majlis Traditional Market welcomes visitors and takes them on a historical journey through shops that offer handmade products by the locals. The market also holds daily auctions for antique pieces such as utensils that were used in cooking and serving, artefacts, incense burners, grain and coffee grinders, and antique household tools. While wandering around the market, you can learn about the old method of education when schools were called "Kuttab". You can also witness the old professions like plowing and the methods of transporting water from wells, which the old inhabitants demonstrate in front of you with beautiful folk songs. They create a daily gathering that is rich with the unique heritage of Qassim.
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