Conference Themes

First Theme: archaeological, heritage and cultural monuments

  • Historic and heritage sites and monuments
  • Show of the experiences of archaeological sites nomination in the World Heritage List
  • Bio-environmental diversity and geographical tourism in areas of cultural significance
  • Documenting, studying and employing ancient inscriptions and writings in cultural tourism projects.

Second Theme: the strategy of managing and using cultural and heritage resources in sustainable tourism projects

  • Methods of protecting and rehabilitating archaeological and heritage resources
  • Heritage and historical buildings (documentation, rehabilitation, employment)
  • Organizing tourist pathways and showing global experiences
  • Uncovering the role and importance of museums in the development and management of cultural heritage
  • The importance of cooperation in conducting archaeological excavations
  • The role of universities, scientific centers, faculties of tourism and archeology in highlighting and managing cultural heritage

Third Theme: environment, culture and society and their role in innovative tourism projects

  • Towards new sustainable tourism patterns
  • Economics of tourism and its importance in sustainable development
  • Discovering and using environmental, natural and geological resources in tourism
  • Uncovering and using tunnels and volcanic Basalt caves in cave tourism
  • The role of media and awareness in highlighting cultural heritage and its preservation
  • Providing, qualifying and training manpower in the field of tourism and antiquities

Fourth Theme: Documenting, studying and employing Byzantine mosques, shrines and churches in religious tourism projects

Fifth Theme: Antiquities and heritage in the era of innovations and digital entrepreneurship

Sixth Theme: Historical and national memory in Mafraq and its surroundings

  • Landmarks of historical, archaeological and heritage memory of Mafraq Governorate
  • Roman roads and ancient stations, the ancient ways of Qurashi Elaf, Shami pilgrimage routes, the Hijazi railway, Ottoman castles and outposts
  • Voluntary initiatives to create tourism opportunities and pathways in Mafraq Governorate