Hail Development Authority delegation learns about enriching tourist sites experiences in Jordan

A delegation from the Hail Development Authority visited the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan with the aim of learning about advanced experiences in developing and managing archaeological and tourist sites, and identifying the role of the local community in enriching them.

The visit included field tours in the Wadi Rum archaeological reserve, which is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List as a mixed site combining nature and culture.

Enhancing Experience Exchange

The team viewed historical inscriptions dating back thousands of years, and experiences of investment in desert camps. The tour also included the Petra archaeological reserve, registered with UNESCO since 1985, to learn about its historical landmarks, visitor centers, and diverse tourist experiences, in addition to a number of cooperative associations and handicraft workshops.

It was explained that the visit aims to enhance the exchange of expertise and benefit from successful experiences in managing archaeological sites of global value.

It was clarified that the Authority is working to align heritage site development projects with the targets of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which contributes to enhancing the region’s position on the global tourism map, and transforming its historical sites into cultural and economic tributaries that contribute to diversifying the national economy and increasing Hail’s attractiveness to tourists and investors.

Wadi Rum

Wadi Rum is a stunning desert valley in southern Jordan, famous for its dramatic red sandstone mountains and ancient rock carvings. Historically, it has been inhabited by many human cultures since prehistoric times, most notably by the Nabataeans, who left behind temple ruins. It is also renowned for its connection to T.E. Lawrence (“Lawrence of Arabia”), who passed through during the Arab Revolt of 1917–1918.

Petra

Petra is an ancient archaeological city in southern Jordan, carved directly into vibrant red sandstone cliffs. It was the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom as early as the 4th century BCE and became a major trading hub. The city is famously accessed through a narrow gorge called the Siq and is renowned for its intricate rock-cut architecture, most notably the Treasury (Al-Khazneh).

UNESCO World Heritage List

The UNESCO World Heritage List is a prestigious international register that identifies and protects cultural and natural sites of outstanding universal value. Established in 1972 by the World Heritage Convention, its history is one of global cooperation to safeguard humanity’s most significant heritage. Iconic landmarks like the Great Wall of China and the Pyramids of Giza are among the over 1,000 sites inscribed on the list for future generations.