There is a reason why “Arab hospitality” is world-renowned. Spending even a couple of days in Palestine will allow you to see first-hand how welcoming, generous, and genuine the Palestinian people are. Though I have only been living in Palestine for a couple of weeks, I have found myself impressed and astounded by the levels of kindness and acceptance that I have experienced throughout the Read More …
Category: Palestinian Culture/Religion
Traditional Palestinian Housing
Traditional Palestinian Housing : You might know that housing in the past was simple and modest, especially in small villages and towns which are closer to rural life than to urban life. Many of the houses were built from blocks of mud which were made in special molds. In coastal areas of Palestine, houses were built from concrete blocks which were made from special molds Read More …
Are Palestinians Punctual People?
Are Palestinians Punctual People? : Let’s start by saying that Arabs in general are not known for being on time. Just as Germans are known as being punctual and arriving to appointments on time, Palestinians are known for the opposite. Palestinians in Social Occasions When it comes to social occasions Palestinians are more flexible in their arrival time. Palestinians believe that 15 minutes or even Read More …