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Anjar festival close 2017 summer season
18-9-2017
In cooperation with the municipality of Anjar- Hawsh Mousa, the Anjar Association for Development launched the Anjar festivals last Friday (from September 15 to 17) under the patronage of minister of tourism, Avedis Guidanian. The head of the association, George Boushikian voiced gratitude for what he called the ‘bold decision’ to revive the Bekaa town’s festivities in 2017. The closing of the summer festivals, he said, will be from Anjar, the capital of tourism and the gem of the Bekaa. Besides the heritage musical performance, the launch of Souk el Akel event shall bring about a blend of the local agricultural goods boasting food safety and health standards, Boushikian stated. He also revealed an entertainment program, that will be crowned with the takeoff of the first of its kind hot air balloon operating tours throughout the Bekaa region. For his part, Anjar mayor, Vartks Khoushian, said: “This festive celebration is meant to be a tribute to our ancestors and to express the aspirations of the people of Anjar and support their steadfastness through setting up development projects and showcasing their resourceful products.” (Al Diyar, September 17, 2017)
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