Amman, June 7 (Petra) — The Embassy of the Republic of Poland in
Amman, in cooperation with the Jordan Hejaz Railway (JHR), organized
a special heritage train journey to mark Poland’s designation of 2026
as the “Year of Polish Railways,” bringing together more than 150
members of the Polish community in Jordan.

The symbolic journey set off from Amman’s historic railway station
toward Al-Qasr Station, offering participants a cultural experience
designed to celebrate the shared historical significance of rail
transport while strengthening cultural ties between Jordan and
Poland.

The event featured a range of cultural and heritage activities,
including a reading of the well-known Polish poem “Lokomotywa” (“The
Locomotive”) by Julian Tuwim at Amman Station. The performance
highlighted the strong cultural association between Poland’s literary
heritage and its railway history.

Along the route, participants were introduced to key historical
landmarks of the Hejaz Railway, including the Ten Arches Bridge and
the Kingdom’s only railway tunnel, reflecting the enduring historical
and cultural value of the line and its role as a living heritage
site.

Polish Charge d’Affaires Karol Leśniak expressed appreciation to the
Hejaz Railway Corporation and its Director General Zahi Khalil for
their support in facilitating the event. He also commended the
efforts of staff, security services, civil defense teams, and all
relevant authorities for ensuring the smooth organization and safety
of the journey.

The embassy described the initiative as a model of cultural
cooperation between Jordan and Poland, emphasizing its role in
preserving shared heritage and strengthening people-to-people
connections as part of broader efforts to deepen bilateral relations.

//Petra// WH