Queen of Jordan's special way of celebrating 53rd birthday
Queen Rania of Jordan has celebrated her 53rd birthday by giving back to a local village in a few new photos shared on Instagram.
The Jordanian queen visited the Firyal Kofahi's home-based kitchen in Irbid's Hawar village on the eve of her birthday, and shared a few photos of her spending time with the local women.
"Lovely to spend the afternoon with you! Thanks to Um Mohammad and all the women I met today at Firyal Kofahi’s Kitchen in the village of Hawar - what an incredible example of women lifting each other up!" she captioned the photos.
The visit was part of Queen Rania's effort to support and highlight economic empowerment opportunities for women.
The photos showed the Jordanian royal chatting with a few local women, and enjoying the dishes they prepared for her.
She donned a beautiful white long-sleeve dress, which was embroidered with purple flowers.
In a follow-up post she shared an Instagram Reel of the local women prepping the food and her embracing them as they welcomed her into their community.
"Enjoyed every minute of my visit to Irbid today," she captioned the post.
Queen Rania also shared a few photos of her celebrating her birthday with her family. In a second photo she had her arms wrapped around her daughter-in-law Princess Rajwa.
"I thank my lucky stars for each and every one of you! Your Majesty, my family, and all the wonderful Jordanians out there, you have made me feel truly special," she captioned the post.
Many followers have shared their birthday wishes to the Queen and have applauded her tight knit relationship with her daughter-in-law.
"Your joy for your son's marriage and your love for his wife is evident, and this is the result of refinement and high morals ❤️" wrote one follower.
"Majestic birthday energy! Happy Birthday! 🤍" wrote another.
"Many happy returns my queen ❤️" commented a third.
Images: Instagram