Palestinia Territories: Updates & Travel

Travel in Palestine?
Updates Palestine

Travel in Palestine?

Palestine consists of two territories: the Gaza Strip and West Bank. Palestine has not been recognized by all United Nations member states.
Despite regular unrest between Israel and Palestine, Palestine became an increasingly popular destination for tourists and visitors in past recent years.
Backpacking and traveling in Palestine is not easy, requiring careful planning and awareness of the political situation and security issues. The country, especially cities like Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Hebron and Nablus, has a rich history and culture. And you'll find a mix of Christian, Muslim and Jewish heritages. The people are incredibly friendly and hospitable, one of the best things about the Arab world.
Just be aware that you can't always move freely. Traveling around means checkpoints and restrictions, mostly by Israeli authorities. There are also tensions and sometimes violent outbursts. So follow the travel advice.
Cities and culture spotting: Trip to Mar Saba Monastery, Yassar Arafat Museum (Ramallah) Hisham's Palace (Jericho), Nativity Church in Bethlehem, Al-Asqa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock, Hebron's Old City, the souks of Nablus, the delicious food, the long-distance hike Masar Ibrahim Al-Khalil, the Wadi Qelt gorge, float on the Dead Sea, attend a Palestinian folk dance (Dabke), visit one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world Jericho and the Qumran caves, attend the olive harvest festival in the fall and much more.
Animals and nature spotting: mountain gazelle, caracal, Dorcas gazelle, striped hyena, Indian wolf etc.
Food spotting: kanafeh (dessert of spun dough with cheese and sugar syrup), mansaf (lamb with rice and yogurt), falafel, hummus, maqluba (rice with vegetables and meat).
Details: Israel and Palestine are regularly (politically) unsettled. Tip: check the current situation before planning your trip.