Ibri – The Municipal Council of Dhahirah has unveiled plans to develop Khattaan Cave as part of a wider package of development projects aimed at promoting domestic tourism and stimulating commercial activity across the governorate. Located in Ibri, around 8km from the town centre, Khattaan Cave is known for its striking geological formations and reflective rock surfaces that resemble marble, earning it the local name ‘Marble Cave’. Members were briefed on plans by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism and put forward a number of observations and recommendations. The meeting also reviewed proposals to establish a civil defence and ambulance unit to serve remote areas of Dhahirah. Other items on the agenda included proposals to instal comprehensive signage at development projects and company work sites, as well as recommendations submitted by the development, health and environmental affairs committees.