What to Buy in the West Bank, Palestine? There are many options for those wishing to buy a souvenir or keepsake from their visit to the West Bank, Palestine, or trying to find a gift for a relative or loved one. Palestine is well known for a number of handicrafts, and different areas have different specialities. For example, Hebron is well known for its glass blowing, Read More …
Something that many foreign visitors remark upon when they visit Palestine is the welcoming spirit they encounter among local people. Palestinians are extremely friendly to international visitors, and experiencing Palestinian hospitality is often something of a highlight for people travelling to the region. Inge, a volunteer at the Palestinian Center in Hebron was immediately struck by the friendliness of local people. He says “despite the Read More …
The Olive Harvest in the West Bank, Palestine: An important staple in the Palestinian diet, the olive harvest is an ancient Palestinian ritual, which marks the changing of the seasons around October and November. It is also often an important time for families, with younger generations often returning from cities to their family homes to help pick olives. People often take breaks from school and work Read More …
