{
  "id": 12374084,
  "title": "From Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to the World: The story of Al Haramain Perfumes",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/from-makkah-saudi-arabia-to-the-world-the-story-of-al-haramain",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-06T11:53:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/from-makkah-saudi-arabia-to-the-world-the-story-of-al-haramain-perfumes-1.500700383"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Al Haramain Perfumes traces its origins to 1970, when it was established in the Holy City of Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Founded by Kazi Abdul Haque, the company emerged in a region where fragrance holds deep cultural and personal significance. Over the years, Al Haramain has expanded from its family-business roots into an international fragrance house with operations in over 100 countries, headquartered in the United Arab Emirates.\n\nThe company's identity remains rooted in Arabian fragrance heritage, yet it has continually evolved alongside shifting tastes. Al Haramain's extensive portfolio includes more than 1,000 fragrances, ranging from traditional oud compositions to contemporary international styles. A key collection that exemplifies this evolution is Amber Oud, which features fragrances like Gold Edition, Aqua Dubai, and Ruby Edition, each offering unique interpretations of amber, woods, fruits, and modern oriental perfumery.\n\nIn contrast, L’Aventure represents a more contemporary perspective within the Al Haramain collection. It showcases diverse interpretations such as Gold, Femme, Rose, Franchise, and Iris, maintaining the depth and character synonymous with the brand while embracing a global appeal. For those desiring a stronger concentration and intensity, the Sheikh Series offers Extrait de Parfum options such as Royal, Knight, Warrior, and Majestic. These fragrances represent richer compositions and heightened concentrations, providing a more immersive fragrance experience.\n\nSince its establishment in Makkah, Al Haramain Perfumes has adeptly traversed two worlds: preserving the traditions and language of Arabian perfumery while adapting them for contemporary audiences worldwide. This ability to blend tradition with modernity may be a key factor in the company's enduring success, allowing the essence of its heritage to continue evolving and resonating across generations.",
  "summary": "In perfumery, heritage is not simply measured in years. It is carried through ingredients, craftsmanship and the memories a fragrance leaves behind. For Al Haramain Perfumes, that story began in 1970, when the company was founded by Kazi Abdul Haque in the Holy City of Makkah, Saudi Arabia, at the heart of a region where fragrance has long held deep cultural and personal significance. Today,…",
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/saudi-arabia-says-2-airports-were-hit-in-renewed-fighting-with",
        "published": "2026-10-06T09:07:58.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}