Jerash, July 26 (Petra) -- Visitors to the 40th Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts have praised the organization of the event, saying entry procedures were efficient and well managed, with smooth ticket verification, streamlined access through designated gates, and courteous assistance from staff and volunteers.
Festival-goers from Jordan and several Arab countries said the entry process reflected a high level of preparedness and organization, citing clearly marked routes, efficient security screening and easy access to performance venues, which helped reduce congestion and ensured a seamless experience at one of the region's leading cultural and arts festivals.
They also commended the role of the Public Security Directorate (PSD) in ensuring the festival's success, saying the organized security presence, gate procedures and management of pedestrian and vehicle traffic were carried out professionally and respectfully.
Visitors said officers from the PSD's Stadium Security Unit treated attendees with professionalism and courtesy, readily offering guidance and assistance when needed, contributing to a safe and welcoming atmosphere and reinforcing Jordan's reputation for successfully hosting major events.
Atif Odeibat, a member of the festival's Higher Committee representing the local community and a former minister, praised the festival's decision to provide free parking areas at locations near the archaeological city as part of a traffic management plan aimed at facilitating access to festival venues, easing traffic congestion and improving traffic flow throughout the event.
He encouraged visitors to make use of the free parking facilities and follow the guidance of organizers to ensure smooth entry and exit while supporting the high organizational standards that the festival seeks to maintain.
Huda Um Ali, a visitor from Iraq, said the organization was impressive from the moment she arrived at the archaeological site, noting that access to events at the South Theatre was quick and straightforward despite the large crowds.
She said the clearly marked entry routes, efficient security checks and warm reception reflected the professionalism expected of the Jerash Festival.
Mohammad Al-Nabulsi, a visitor from Palestine, said the entry process from presenting tickets to reaching seating areas was seamless, adding that the distribution of entry gates helped minimize congestion while security personnel and organizers treated visitors with respect and cooperation, enhancing their sense of comfort and safety.
Amina Khaled, a Jordanian visitor, said this year's organization reflected the experience gained from managing major events, praising the speed of entry, the clarity of directions, and the presence of organizers throughout the venue to assist visitors and answer their questions, making the festival experience more comfortable from arrival through the start of performances.
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