Architectural Heritage of As-Salt, Jordan: Comprehensive Analysis, Tourism Development Potential and Structural Assessment Framework

As-Salt, Jordan's architectural heritage stands out as a unique example of cultural coexistence and architectural synthesis, blending Ottoman spatial traditions with European neoclassical elements. A recent study reveals that the city's yellow limestone construction, developed during its Golden Age (1860–1920), offers significant potential for sustainable tourism while maintaining structural integrity in a seismically active region. The research proposes an innovative framework combining non-destructive diagnostics and compatible intervention strategies, including ultra-fine lime-based grouts and Textile-Reinforced Mortar (TRM) systems, to enhance ductility and seismic resistance. This approach ensures the safe adaptive reuse of heritage assets, balancing tourism development with cultural preservation. The findings provide valuable insights for professionals managing urban historic districts in the Middle East, emphasizing the importance of architectural heritage in sustainable urban development.

AL-MUGHRABI, N., RAMADAN, K. Z., MASOUD, A. A., & HAMDAN, M. Q. (2026). ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE OF AS-SALT, JORDAN: COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS, TOURISM DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL AND STRUCTURAL ASSESSMENT FRAMEWORK. Geojournal of Tourism and Geosites, 67(3), 2509–2525. https://doi.org/10.30892/gtg.67359-1871