The Religious Significance of Hebron, Palestine: Hebron is unlike any other city in Palestine for many reasons. Historically, Hebron is one of the oldest cities in the world. Due to the city’s close historical connection with Abraham, Hebron is intimately and importantly entwined with the religions of Islam, Christianity and Judaism. Hebron is the largest city in the West Bank and it is only surpassed by Read More …
Category: Palestinian Culture/Religion
A Conversation on the Best Foods of Palestine
A Conversation on the Best Foods of Palestine: One of the many things Palestine is known for is its food. Palestinian food is emulated across the world but as our volunteers tell us, there is nothing like the real thing. Palestine is known for its foods such as falafel, shawarma and manakesh. We spoke with our volunteers to see which foods they have come to love Read More …
Experience of Palestinian Community
Experience of Palestinian Community : One of the many things volunteers gain from volunteering in Palestine with us at the Palestinian Center is the experience of community. This sense of belonging and connection takes many forms for our volunteers and encompasses a ride array of social interactions with both internationals and Palestinian locals. Edward, who is participating in our “Volunteer to teach English and Study Read More …