REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, SAMARINDA -- A total of 36 countries from different parts of the world showcased the beauty of Koran calligraphy in the Musabaqah Tilawatil Quran series (MTQ) 30th National in Samarinda, East Kalimantan. This International Calligraphy Exhibition takes place at the Samarinda Convention Hall from 8-15 September 2024.
Director of Islamic Religious Illumination of the Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag) and Chairman of the 30th National MTQ Implementing Committee, Ahmad Zayadi said that this international calligraphy exhibition presents stunning works featuring the holy verses of the Quran in various artistic styles.
“The calligraphic artists from each participating country display the uniqueness of writing with distinctive ornaments depicting their native culture, creating a blend of visual beauty and spirituality,” Zayadi said in a press release received by Republika.co.id on Saturday (14/9/2024).
The Regional Secretary of East Kalimantan Province, Sri Wahyuni explained that the calligraphy exhibition not only strengthens and strengthens the Islamic ukhuwah, but also relates to the month of Maulid of the Prophet Muhammad.