Heritage of the Past, Ambition of Tomorrow
Founded in 1982 as an NGO. Salt Development Corporation collaborates closely with As-Salt Municipality and local communities to drive sustainable urban development, create diverse livelihood opportunities, and establish As-Salt as a vibrant cultural and tourism destination.
1982
Year founded
2021
UNESCO World Heritage listing
40+
Years serving the city
6+
Program areas
Our programs
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Museums & Galleries
Caring for the city’s museums and photo gallery — from the historic Touqan house to new digital experiences of old…
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Heritage Restoration
Restoring the golden limestone houses of the old town — roof by roof, arch by arch — and returning them…
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Tourism Development
Building the visitor economy of a UNESCO World Heritage city: trails, trained guides, guesthouses, and experiences rooted in As-Salt’s living…
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Salt Business Incubator
Training, mentorship, and workspace for young entrepreneurs — turning creative ideas into businesses that keep talent in the city.
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Culture & Festivals
Festivals, concerts, and public programming that fill the squares and stairways of the old town throughout the year.
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Community Development
Working with families, women’s cooperatives, and neighbourhood groups so that heritage-led growth benefits the people of As-Salt first.
Upcoming events
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15–19 September 2026 · As-Salt Cultural Centre Hall
Family Library Festival — Reading for All
The annual Family Library Festival, organized by the Balqa Culture Directorate in cooperation with the Salt Development Corporation, encourages the habit of reading across all…
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27 September 2026 · Al-Sindiyan Village, Zai
Countryside Day Bazaar
A bazaar in Al-Sindiyan village, Zai, marketing handicrafts and traditional products made by local women — empowering women, strengthening their role in development, and boosting…
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5–8 October 2026 · As-Salt Cultural Centre Theatre
Children’s Museum on the Move
A free programme bringing the museum’s fun learning experience to children, families, and school students — with interactive stations including a planetarium, an energy-around-us station,…
Latest news
Stories from our work across the city.
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Salt Business Incubator opens its doors to young entrepreneurs
The Salt Business Incubator was opened in partnership between the Salt Development Corporation and the Ministry of Digital…
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Virtual-reality experience arrives at the As-Salt Photo Gallery
In cooperation with Leaders International, the As-Salt Photo Gallery now offers the city’s first virtual-reality experience. Using 360-degree…
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Salt–Nablus mural unveiled on the heritage trail
As part of the International Youth Camp held under the theme “Reviving heritage and the role of art…
As-Salt is a living city and its people are its greatest heritage.
Salt Development Corporation