Irbid: The Mayor of Greater Irbid Municipality, Emad Al-Azzam, met Tuesday with the Irbid Governorate Council Chairman, Munther Bataineh, and Director of Irbid Culture Directorate, Sultan Zghoul, to discuss plans for developing heritage houses in central Irbid and on Al-Tell hill, including converting one into a permanent gallery for local artists.
According to Jordan News Agency, Al-Azzam stated that the municipality aims to link heritage sites along a single cultural route. He further revealed that JD 3 million has been allocated for the acquisition of heritage properties and land in the Al-Tell area. An agreement with the Ministry of Education has also been finalized, which involves the removal of several sheds at Al-Shahid Wasfi Al-Tell Industrial School to pave the way for a new public park.
Additionally, discussions are ongoing about incorporating Hassan Kamel Al-Sabah School into the project, potentially enhancing the cultural and educational landscape of the region.