Haggag Salama 

The palm tree holds a significant place in Arab culture and stands at the forefront of inspiration for Arab creators in arts and architecture. It is an essential component of Arab heritage and identity. Saudi Arabia successfully registered the palm tree on the UNESCO World Heritage List in cooperation with several Arab nations.

A Saudi study by researcher and artist Samira Al-Ibrahim examined the manifestations of the palm tree in fine arts and traditional architecture in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf. Historically, inhabitants of desert areas relied on the palm for every detail of life, using trunks for building supports and leaves for tents and small ships.

The palm remains a symbol of beauty, pride, and generosity. Saudi pioneers in fine arts, such as Saleh Al-Naqidan and Abdullah Hammas, have embodied the tree in their works. The study called for preserving old buildings that incorporate palm components to document the relationship between generations and this ancient tree.