GAM developing tourist site in downtown Amman

By Petra - Apr 19,2014 - Last updated at Apr 19,2014

AMMAN — The Greater Amman Municipality and the Department of Antiquities are preparing to revamp the Nymphaeum in downtown Amman, Mayor Aqel Biltaji said on Saturday.

Biltaji said the project will have a positive effect in promoting Amman as a tourist attraction.

Also on Saturday, Biltaji launched “Haretna Ahla” (our neighbourhood is more beautiful) initiative in Hawouz Park in Jabal Amman with the participation of local community leaders, volunteers and a number of GAM officials.

The initiative includes trimming the trees and painting murals at the park, in addition to maintaining the public facilities there.

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