The modern technologies have contributed to the discovery of tourist treasures in Asir Region. One of these technologies is the cable cars that can take the tourist in an exciting tour to see the historical and tourist areas in the Region. The visitor can reach the place of these cable cars easily at Al-Saudah Park, the Green Mountain and Al-Habla historic village. Under direct following-up by HRH Prince Turki bin Talal bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Asir Region and Chairman of Tourism Development Council, the government and private agencies prepare plans every year to overcome the difficulties facing the visitor. This year, the government and private agencies concluded the preparations for holding the activities of Tourist Season 2019. The Region's Tourism Development Council approved Activities Program for this year under the theme "Most Welcome to Asir Region". On this occasion, the Council's Deputy Chairman and Mayor of Asir Region Dr. Walid Al-Humaidi said that this year's tourism program consists of 194 activities to be held throughout the Region with the participation of 10 government and private agencies. Dr. Al-Humaidi pointed out that this year's summer programs include a variety of artisans' bazaars and sport events such as Asir Rally, hiking and marathons. Abha Literary Club will also participate with 50 activities, including cultural nights, exhibitions and cinema. He also said that four concerts will be held on Talal Maddah Theater at the King Fahd Cultural Center in Abha and two concerts in Namas Governorate. These concerts will be held by a number of Arab prominent singers. Dr. Al-Humaidi confirmed the keenness of Asir Region Governor on the success of summer activities. HRH Prince Turki bin Talal bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Asir Region and Chairman of the Tourism Development Council, has been following-up the preparations for tourism season, where he directed to launch the "Good Hospitality" initiative. This initiative was co-implemented by more than 40 government and private agencies. Therefore, a number of Region Governors interacted with the initiative which was launched under the theme "Most Welcome to Asir Region" in 17 governorates and 126 village of the Region. --More 12:41 LOCAL TIME 09:41 GMT 0005 www.spa.gov.sa/w1149976