Aqaba, Oct. 19 (Petra) — The Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority
(ASEZA) organized a heritage bazaar featuring around 20 local
exhibitors as part of the sixth Jordan Camel Racing and Nabati Poetry
Festival, held at the Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Camel Racing
Track in Disi.

The bazaar brought together local artisans, producers and community
organizations showcasing traditional handicrafts, locally made goods,
food and beverages, offering visitors a glimpse into Jordan’s Bedouin
heritage while supporting local businesses.

ASEZA Commissioner for Tourism and Youth Affairs Thabet Nabulsi said
the bazaar formed part of a wider program of cultural, heritage,
educational and recreational activities designed to promote Bedouin
traditions and encourage community participation.

The festival also saw the opening of the Camel and Desert Heritage
Museum, featuring traditional tools and artifacts illustrating desert
life and the historical role of camels in Jordanian society.

A scientific exhibition on camels was also inaugurated in cooperation
with the National Agricultural Research Center and Fabco Veterinary
Pharmaceuticals, highlighting scientific and veterinary aspects of
camel care.

Nabulsi said local women’s associations participated by preparing
traditional food tastings and displaying products made by women and
home-based businesses. The festival also featured a dedicated
entertainment area for children.

ASEZA provided free bus transportation between Aqaba and Disi to make
the event more accessible to visitors.

The program included a performance by a camel-mounted military unit
dressed in traditional uniform, accompanied by Bedouin folk songs, as
well as a musical evening featuring artist Imad Khawaldeh.

Nabulsi praised the contributions of the National Agricultural
Research Center, Fabco and Bin Marouf Company, highlighting the
importance of public-private partnerships in supporting heritage
events and broadening their appeal to visitors.

//Petra// RZ