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Muscat Daily
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Muscat Daily
Jabal Akhdar Festival 2025 and Media Forum to open on Friday
Jabal Akhdar – The opening of Jabal Akhdar Festival 2025 and the Jabal Akhdar Media Forum will be held on Friday as part of efforts to promote tourism in the wilayat and increase media engagement in support of development goals. The opening ceremony will be held at Celebration Square of Saih Qatna under the patronage of Sheikh Sabaa bin Hamdan al Saadi, Secretary-General of National Celebrations, in the presence of Sheikh Hilal bin Saeed al Hajri, Governor of Dakhliyah. The two events reflect Dakhliyah's broader strategy to integrate government, community and media efforts in highli-ghting investment opportunities and development progress, in line with Oman Vision 2040. The festival will run till August 30, offering cultural evenings, drone and laser shows, family activities and an open market featuring 65 small and medium-sized enterprises and ten local farmers. It will also generate 60 temporary jobs in logistics and event management. The press forum will bring together more than 70 journalists from across Oman for a programme that includes a discussion session with the governor, visual presentations on key projects, and site visits to tourism and infrastructure developments, including the archaeological village of Al Sogara. Officials said the two events aim to raise the profile of Jabal Akhdar as a model for sustainable mountain tourism and development. More than RO4.5mn worth of projects are currently underway in the wilayat, including roads, public facilities and service upgrades.
Muscat Daily
20-07-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
New park, Celebration Square boost Jabal Akhdar's tourism appeal
Jabal Akhdar – Jabal Akhdar is advancing its position as a key tourism destination in Dakhliyah through new infrastructure projects, including a public park in Saih Qatna and the newly opened Celebration Square which is currently hosting Jabal Akhdar Festival 2025. Sheikh Sultan bin Mansour al Ghafili, Wali of Jabal Akhdar, said the wilayat is seeing steady development that reflects an integrated vision aimed at improving quality of life and tourism infrastructure. 'These projects represent a translation of the objectives of Oman Vision 2040, which seeks to convert the wilayat's natural and cultural assets into sustainable development opportunities,' he said. Construction of Jabal Akhdar Park is progressing, with completion reported at over 85%. With total investment exceeding RO1.1mn, the park is expected to open in August. Covering 20,000sqm, the site includes recreational and service facilities such as a 1,000sqm children's play area, walking and sports tracks, a multi-use open-air theatre, and 5,000sqm of green landscaping with 150 trees and 400 shrubs. The project also features investment zones that include a café, a shop and space for electric games, besides prayer rooms and restrooms for men and women. 'These projects will enhance the tourism offering, provide platforms for national events, and help support local businesses and job creation,' said Ghafili. He added that the projects reflect a commitment to sustainability, innovation and promotion of Omani identity. The wali informed that additional development phases are planned, focusing on attracting investment in ecotourism, smart agriculture and community services. He noted the importance of coordination between government agencies, the private sector and local communities to ensure long-term development impact. Mohammed bin Ali al Wardi, Director of Projects Department at Dakhliyah Municipality, said the park is part of the governorate's broader plan to enhance urban spaces and promote tourism. He said Celebration Square in Saih Qatna, which was officially inaugurated this month, is among the most significant cultural and tourism infrastructure projects in the governorate. The square includes a central performance arena, parking, restrooms and family seating areas, designed to align with the natural topography of the mountainous setting. Running till August 30, Jabal Akhdar Festival 2025 features cultural and artistic performances, exhibitions of local crafts, and stalls of agricultural produce. 'These initiatives support entrepreneurship and contribute to the local economy,' said Wardi, adding that the developments aim to position Jabal Akhdar as a sustainable tourism destination with focus on infrastructure and an integrated visitor experience.
Muscat Daily
22-06-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Jabal Akhdar Festival 2025 from July 15
Muscat – Dakhliyah is preparing to host Jabal Akhdar Festival 2025 from July 15 to August 30, offering a wide range of tourism, cultural and entertainment activities to attract visitors from Oman and abroad. The festival aims to highlight the unique natural beauty and cool summer climate of Jabal Akhdar, reinforcing its status as one of Oman's top summer destinations. A preparatory meeting chaired by Sheikh Sultan bin Mansour al Ghafeeli, Wali of Jabal Akhdar, was held on Sunday to finalise plans and logistics. The session brought together officials from government and private sectors, civil society organisations and event organisers. Key topics included venue readiness, infrastructure improvements, health and safety measures, and managing visitor flow, alongside ensuring all supporting services are in place for a smooth festival experience. This edition will feature an expanded programme of theatre shows, cultural and recreational activities, and sports events. A new highlight is an event called Gulf Knights Gathering, which will bring equestrian enthusiasts from across the GCC to take part in heritage-themed presentations and competitions, adding a regional dimension to the festival. The festival is part of broader efforts to stimulate domestic tourism, support local businesses and create seasonal job opportunities. Small businesses and local families will be given dedicated space to promote and sell their products during the festival. To complement these efforts, a campaign called 'Our Summer is Cool' will promote Jabal Akhdar and other moderate-climate destinations in Dakhliyah as ideal summer retreats.
