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In a bid to improve Saudi Arabia's public image, the Saudi ambassador to the UK Prince Turki Al Faisal organised a Saudi extravaganza in Brentford, south-west London.

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The Saudis wanted to display their history, art and hospitality - Saudi Arabia is not just about "oil and rich sheiks," Prince Turki told BBC News Online.

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Films about Saudi culture were shown in a Bedouin tent erected in Syon Park, which is part of the Duke of Northumberland's estate.

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Bedouins demonstrated their craft skills - many have never been out of Saudi Arabia before.

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Covered female artisans showed off their crafts in a separate tent to the men.

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Alan Gulliver, a retired metal worker from Yorkshire, said the exhibits were "very interesting". He was impressed by the work that had gone into the Saudi tools on display.

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Outside this child made friends with a member of the male dance troupe, who were perfectly dressed for the hot weather.

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There were also camel displays - the crowd was told camels milk "is just as good as Viagra".

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There were falcon trainers - falconry is the main sport of the Saudi royal family

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Prince Turki attempted to meet as many people as possible - the Saudi government is promoting the kingdom as a tourist destination.

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Anny Winkfield tried out the henna and said the event would help promote Saudi Arabia's culture.