Irbid, May 6 (Petra) -- Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah visited the village of Saham Al Kafarat in the governorate of Irbid on Wednesday, where she joined a group of local young men and women for a hike in a scenic area overlooking the Yarmouk River. During the hike, Her Majesty spoke with a number of local tourism activists who shared their experiences in promoting nature tourism spots in the Jordanian countryside. The activists highlighted the importance of local initiatives and community efforts in showcasing the natural beauty of Jordan’s northern region, as well as the various eco-tourism activities it has to offer. The Queen also met with members of the local community, who spoke to her about their initiatives. Among those initiatives is Khairat Saham, a platform that promotes the area’s rich agricultural and traditional heritage and aims to empower local farmers and families by packaging, marketing, and selling their goods, including olive oil, pomegranates, guavas, and other artisanal food items.

Her Majesty’s visit to Saham Al Kafarat comes as part of ongoing efforts to support local tourism by raising awareness of the country’s unique travel destinations. Earlier this year, she visited Wadi Rum, where she aimed to highlight the diversity of Jordan’s touristic offerings.

//Petra// AF