Jerash, August 4 (Petra) -Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts, in
its current edition, featured over 226 events, which further
solidified its position as a “key” cultural and artistic activity in
the region and enhanced its presence as a platform for creativity,
cultural diversity, and dialogue.

In a statement to “Petra” Tuesday, Festival Director Yazan Khudair
stated the festival continued to fulfill its cultural and national
mission within “a high-quality and diverse” program that attracted a
“wide” audience from within Jordan and abroad.

He noted that events featured artistic and poetry evenings,
theatrical and folkloric performances, and cultural and heritage
activities targeting various age groups.

He added that the festival witnessed a “large” public turnout,
reflecting the public’s confidence in this annual event.

He said success was due to “integrated” efforts of various official
and private entities, supporters, partners, and volunteers, citing
thir key contributions in this regard.

For his part, Dr. Atef Odibat, a member of the Festival’s Higher
Committee and representative of the local community, said the event
has become a “crucial” cultural and developmental driver, which
showcases Jordanian national identity and enhances cultural, tourism,
and economic activity in the Jerash governorate.

In turn, Head of Jerash Municipal Committee, Mohammad Bani Yassin,
noted that the festival had a “positive” impact on various service
and commercial sectors in the governorate.

He added that activities contributed to reviving economic and tourism
activity, referring to the festival’s role in showcasing the cultural
and civilization-based heritage that distinguishes the ancient city
of Jerash.

//Petra// AG