Manama :: The Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities organised the “Heya Beya” event at Qal’at Bu Mahir in Muharraq.
The event was attended by Shaikh Mohamed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Director General of Heritage, along with the Authority’s directors and officials, and with wide participation from children and families.
The heritage walk extended along the shoreline of Qal’at Bu Mahir, accompanied by a traditional folk band performing chants and folk songs in a lively atmosphere that celebrated Bahrain’s cultural memory and customs.
The event featured a diverse range of activities combining traditional music, folk storytelling, and experiences inspired by maritime heritage. Storyteller Baba Yaseen presented a selection of stories connected to the symbolism of “Heya Beya” through engaging storytelling for children, drawing on cultural and social meanings that reflect the Bahraini people’s relationship with the sea, nature, and folk traditions, while also highlighting the spiritual and social values associated with the Day of Arafah and Eid Al Adha.
The event also included traditional songs and folk chants inspired by Bahraini folklore, alongside segments focusing on the importance of safeguarding intangible cultural heritage and promoting environmental awareness.
The “Heya Beya” event aligns with the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities’ vision of investing in culture to preserve national memory, reinforce social values, and ensure the sustainability of Bahrain’s cultural heritage.
