The “Al-Jawhara Boulevard” project is a new Saudi-Syrian initiative to create a tourist and commercial boulevard and a large urban park in the Khan al-Asal area west of Aleppo, covering an area of ​​approximately 40 hectares (400,000 m²), making it one of the largest public and recreational space projects currently in the governorate. The project is still in the memorandum of understanding and design phase and has not yet begun actual construction on the ground (April 2026).

Here are the comprehensive details of the project based on the latest information:

‍1. Location and Area

• Location: The project is situated in the Khan al-Asal area of the Aleppo Governorate.
• Total Area: It spans a vast territory of 40 hectares (approximately 400,000 square meters).

2. Executing Entities and Partners

• The agreement was signed between the Aleppo City Council (represented by Talal Al-Jabri) and the Saudi firm "THE CORE" (Business Core) (represented by CEO Ali Rashid Al-Shehri).
• This project is part of a larger wave of major Saudi investments in Syria announced recently.

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3. Key Components of the Project

The project is designed to be a new "lung" for the city of Aleppo, featuring:

• The Main Walkway (Boulevard): A central promenade nearly 2 kilometers long, dedicated to walking and outdoor physical activities.
• Cultural and Entertainment Facilities: Including an open-air theater and amphitheater for events, as well as a fully equipped convention center.
• Aesthetic and Water Features: Dancing fountains and artificial water bodies to enhance the atmosphere and climate.
• Green Spaces: The project aims to increase the afforestation rate in the area by 300%, creating open parks and shaded pathways.

Service Sector: A collection of international restaurant chains, cafes, and extensive parking facilities to accommodate visitors

4. Strategic Significance (Aleppo Vision 2026)

• Improving Quality of Life: It is designed as an open urban breathing space for all demographics (families, youth, and the elderly), rather than a closed-off investment.
• Revitalizing Tourism: The project seeks to reposition Aleppo on the regional map for business and leisure tourism.