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FESTIVALS

Global Village

An annual festival, which takes place throughout the month of July. It includes, many different ‘Country Pavilions’, built to reflect the individual country’s heritage, folklore and tradition. There is also a ‘Main Theatre’ that hosts international and national activities, a ‘Fun Fair’ that covers 16000 sq.m. with thrilling rides, and a ‘Food Court’ where visitors can find great international and traditional cuisines. Full services, such as banks, security, parking, etc., are provided for all visitors and participants.

CONTACT INFO
Phone: + 962 6 5521713
Fax: + 962 6 5526159
P.O Box 851533
Amman, Jordan 11185
Email: globalvillagejo@globalvillagejo.com
Website: www.globalvillagejo.com


Souk Ukaz

An annual mid-summer music festival, which takes place either in Amman or in nearby Jerash. Souk Ukaz includes music, song and dance from both local and international artists and takes place from mid-July until mid-August.

CONTACT INFO
Shmeisani Bridge, Queen Noor Street
Zeina Commercial Complex, Office 102
P.O.Box 2110
Amman, Jordan 11821
Tel.:+962-6-5658347/8/9
Fax: +962-6-5658357
Email: meccad@go.com.jo
Website: www.meccad.org
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