A delegation from Hail Region Development Authority has made a visit to Jordan to explore advanced practices for managing and developing archaeological and tourist sites, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
The visit aims to exchange knowledge on the key role of the local community in preserving these locations.
During the trip, the Saudi delegation visited two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Wadi Rum Protected Area and Petra.
There, they saw ancient inscriptions and gained valuable insights about investment in desert camps.
Furthermore, they toured the historical landmarks and visitor centers in Petra to explore diverse tourism experiences.
The delegation also visited various cooperative societies and handicraft workshops.
The CEO of the authority, Omar Abduljabbar, noted that the initiative aimed to foster knowledge exchange and leverage from Jordan’s experience in managing and preserving world-renowned archaeological sites.
Abduljabbar also stressed the authority’s dedication to aligning its heritage development initiatives with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
Hence, it seeks to establish Hail as a major destination on the global tourism map.
By transforming the historical landmarks into cultural and economic assets, Hail seeks to play a pivotal role on diversifying the Kingdom’s economy while enhancing its attractiveness to both tourists and investors.
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