Petra, Oct. 5 (Petra) — Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli will perform in
the ancient city of Petra on Nov. 27 as part of his “Romanza” world
tour, marking 30 years of his musical career.

The concert, organized by the Friends of Jordan Festivals in
partnership with the Jordan Tourism Board, is part of efforts to
strengthen Jordan’s position as a cultural tourism destination and
attract major international musical events to the Kingdom.

The performance will bring Bocelli, one of the world’s leading
classical and operatic voices, to Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
and one of Jordan’s most prominent archaeological attractions.

Travel News Group quoted Friends of Jordan Festivals Executive
Director Suha Bawab as saying that hosting an artist of Bocelli’s
stature in Petra provides an opportunity to showcase Jordan
internationally through music and reinforce its appeal as a
destination combining heritage with cultural experiences.

Bawab noted that the concert will be accompanied by experiences and
activities highlighting archaeology, heritage and local culture, with
artisans, producers and local businesses involved to broaden the
event’s economic and cultural impact on the community.

Born in Italy’s Tuscany region, Bocelli rose to international
prominence after winning the Sanremo Music Festival in 1994 and has
built a career spanning opera, classical music and popular song.

His recordings have sold more than 90 million copies worldwide, and
he has performed at major international events, including the Olympic
Games and the FIFA World Cup, while collaborating with leading
conductors, musicians and singers.

His honors include a Golden Globe, seven Classical BRIT Awards, seven
World Music Awards and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Petra, whose history stretches back more than 2,000 years, is
renowned for its Nabataean rock-cut architecture, tombs, temples and
sophisticated water systems, as well as its historical role along
ancient trade routes.

The concert forms part of efforts to use Jordan’s archaeological and
heritage sites as venues for cultural and artistic events,
diversifying the Kingdom’s tourism offerings and promoting cultural
tourism.

The concert also highlights Jordan’s broader arts and cultural scene,
which includes cultural events and institutions in Amman and the
Jerash Festival of Culture and Arts, which has brought together
archaeological settings and live performances since its launch in
1981.

Organizers also aim to connect the event with Petra’s heritage, local
culture and community, helping extend its benefits to the destination
while encouraging visitors to explore Jordan’s wider tourism and
cultural offerings.

//Petra// AJ