Syria rich in tourism and archeological sites

Members of the foreign and Arab delegation visiting Tartous governorate on Monday stressed Syria's richness in archeological and tourist destinations. The delegation comprises scientific and economic figures from universities of Bulgaria, Italy, Belgium, Iraq and Algeria and Syrian expatriates in the US. Dr. Fateha Hajjo from Algeria indicated to Syria's historical importance, adding that this is her first visit to Syria and she felt the solid social texture among the Syrian people. For his part, a Bulgarian professor said that Syria is one of the best tourist destinations in the Arab world due to its charming nature, mild climate and great heritage and civilization. Researcher Mohammad Salem from al-Mossel University in Iraq said that Safita Old City should be enlisted as a world heritage site. Director of Administrative Affairs at Tartous Port Jihad Shaaban said "We want to convey a message to the whole world that Syria is a safe and stable country unlike the false claims of some satellite channels on events taking place in Syria." The visit also aims at introducing the delegation to the cultural, tourism sites in the governorate and conveying the real image of the Syrian people, in addition to tourism marketing and promotion.