Erbil:Culture Minister Ghassan Salamé visited the historic Erbil Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, during his trip to the Kurdistan Region to participate in the Erbil International Book Fair.

According to National news agency - Lebanon, upon his arrival, Salamé was welcomed by Falah Hassan, Head of the High Commission for the Revitalization and Development of Erbil Citadel in the Kurdistan Regional Government.

During a tour of the citadel, Salamé and Hassan discussed strategies for preserving and revitalizing archaeological sites. They also explored mechanisms to enhance the cultural and social roles of these sites, ensuring their sustainability and accessibility for future generations.

Salamé emphasized the importance of heritage preservation, stating that "preserving heritage means preserving collective memory," and commended the Kurdistan Regional Government for its efforts to protect this historic landmark.