Sharjah24: Mohamed Ibrahim Al Jasmi, Chairman of the Organising Committee for the Kalba Flower Exhibition, announced the expansion of the exhibition in its 13th edition, featuring approximately 1.2 million diverse flowers.
In the presence of Sheikh Haitham bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Deputy Head of the Ruler's Office in Kalba, the Kalba Municipality launched the events for the 13th Flower Exhibition, held annually at the public beach park.
Significant official attendance
The opening ceremony was attended by Khamees Al Mazrouei, Wali of Wadi Al Helo, Dr. Ahmed Saeed Al Mazrouei, Director of Kalba Municipality, and a large number of directors and representatives from government departments, as well as local residents.
Expansion in space and participation
Mohamed Ibrahim Al Jasmi explained that this year's event sees an expansion in the allocated space and an increase in the number of participating departments and institutions, along with a notable rise in the number of flowers displayed.
25 types of seasonal flowers and 16 varieties of ornamental plants
Al Jasmi stated in exclusive remarks to "Sharjah 24" that this year's exhibition includes nearly 1.2 million flowers and seedlings, divided into about 25 different types of seasonal flowers and 16 varieties of ornamental plants.
Activities and workshops for children, artistic and folkloric performances
The Chairman of the Organising Committee added that the exhibition offers visitors a range of activities over four days, including theater performances, workshops for children, and artistic and folkloric shows, in addition to booths from various departments and municipalities featuring numerous specialised companies in agriculture and irrigation.