Ajloun: Work has officially begun, through qualified contractors, on implementing the Ajloun National Park project, one of the largest tourism and development ventures in the north of the Kingdom, Chairman of the Jordan Free and Development Zones Group (JFDZ), Sakher Ajlouni, said on Tuesday.
According to Jordan News Agency, Ajlouni stated that the project aligns with Royal directives to promote balanced development across governorates and corresponds with the targets of the Economic Modernisation Vision. The park spans nearly 700 dunams, to be developed in two phases: the first covering 140 dunams and the second 150 dunams within the initial development zone, with the remaining areas to be completed later.
Ajlouni highlighted that the site is among the most scenic natural areas in the Kingdom, with forests, highlands, and unique views making it an ideal destination for environmental and recreational tourism year-round. The park will also form an important complement to the Ajloun Cable Car project and other tourism facilities under development.
The project includes between 15 and 20 diverse investment opportunities, with Ajlouni noting that it will serve as a key pillar for achieving sustainable development in Ajloun Governorate and surrounding areas by stimulating both local and foreign investment. These investment opportunities encompass multiple tourism and recreational components, such as a four-star hotel, a boutique hotel, an eco-lodge, a camping area for university and school students, a family park, children's play areas, an adventure zone, an outdoor cinema, and multi-purpose halls.
He further mentioned that the project is expected to generate more than 200 direct jobs for residents of Ajloun Governorate, in addition to hundreds of indirect opportunities during the construction and operation phases. The park will also bolster the presence of handicrafts and local products by dedicating spaces to display and market them to visitors, supporting the economic empowerment of rural communities.
Ajlouni emphasized that the park's master plan carefully considers the balance between development and environmental preservation by protecting natural vegetation, using eco-friendly construction materials, and developing walking and recreation trails that harmonize with the beauty and natural character of the site. The park is anticipated to attract large numbers of visitors from across the Kingdom, as well as tourists from abroad seeking environmental and recreational experiences in exceptional natural settings.