Amman, June 22 (Petra) - The Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) and the University of Jordan began preparing for the first phase of the "Beautification and Development of Downtown Amman." Officials reviewed a number of heritage sites in downtown Amman during a coordination meeting, identifying them as potential anchors for an integrated tourism route and capitalizing on the area’s unique archaeological and architectural character.
A joint technical team will carry out field surveys of the proposed heritage sites before identifying a priority area to serve as the starting point for restoration and redevelopment works.
The initiative, according to the director of the Old Amman Neighbourhoods Project, Mohammed Abu Zaytoun, is part of GAM’s broader strategy to revive the historic heart of Amman and transform it into a vibrant cultural and tourism destination.
The project, he added, will focus on restoring heritage buildings, upgrading infrastructure, and showcasing overlooked archaeological landmarks, while drawing on academic expertise to ensure best practices in preservation and development.
University of Jordan specialists presented proposals for scientific restoration approaches for heritage structures and urban planning concepts designed to integrate tourism routes into the city's existing fabric while preserving its visual identity.
//Petra// HA
