Minister of Local Administration Walid Al-Masri emphasized the importance of making full use of heritage houses, turning them into beacons of culture and art in the city of Irbid.
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During his visit and participation in the activities of the Beit Al-Nabulsi Bazaar “Our Jordan is Well” on Friday, Al-Masri stated that it is time to stop using these heritage landmarks as offices for employees. He stressed the importance of completing the Irbid city center and Dhahr Al-Tall project, which is expected to transform the area completely and attract visitors and tourists.
Al-Masri noted that Beit Al-Nabulsi, which hosts the bazaar, was restored nearly 20 years ago in a way that preserved all its details without alteration. He called for this approach to be applied to all other heritage houses planned for future restoration, suggesting the establishment of a cultural-political café in one house and a heritage hotel in others.
He praised the bazaar’s concept, which included training all female participants in handicrafts, providing them with the necessary materials, and allowing them to display their products for free.
Meanwhile, Imad Al-Azzam, Chairman of the Greater Irbid Municipality Committee, confirmed that the municipality is moving forward with the Irbid city center development project, including reviving the municipal stairs, restoring the first municipal building in Jordan (built in 1881), acquiring several heritage houses, and coordinating with the Police Directorate and Ministry of Education to maintain only heritage buildings in the Dhahr Al-Tall area.
Dr. Ward Al-Khasawneh from the bazaar organization explained that the bazaar’s main goal is not profit-driven, but rather to empower participating women, enabling them to master certain crafts and supporting them economically by showcasing their products. She added that the bazaar welcomed more than 5,000 visitors on Friday, successfully achieving its intended purpose.
The “Our Jordan is Well” bazaar continues until Sunday evening, featuring handicrafts and heritage products, alongside artistic performances inspired by the city’s heritage.
