Middle East
Palestine
Palestine encompasses the Old City of Jerusalem, the ancient city of Bethlehem, the hilltop town of Ramallah and the landscapes of the West Bank that have shaped the world's three major Abrahamic religions. For travellers seeking genuine historical and cultural depth, Palestine provides an experience of profound significance.
Elect's take
"Palestine carries a weight of history and meaning that few places on Earth can match. The opportunity to walk through the Old City of Jerusalem and visit sites of significance to billions of people worldwide creates an experience unlike any other."
The Old City of Jerusalem is one of the world's most extraordinary places. The combination of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Western Wall, the Dome of the Rock and the ancient souks creates a concentration of spiritual significance that is genuinely overwhelming. Bethlehem provides the birthplace of Jesus and a city with vibrant Palestinian culture and outstanding hospitality. Ramallah is the cultural and economic centre of the West Bank with a lively arts scene and excellent restaurants.
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Old City Jerusalem
One of the world's most historically and spiritually significant urban environments.
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
The most sacred site in Christianity built over the site of the crucifixion and burial of Jesus.
Dome of the Rock
One of the most beautiful and significant Islamic monuments in the world.
Bethlehem
The birthplace of Jesus and a city of living Palestinian culture and craft tradition.
Ramallah
The cultural heart of the West Bank with a vibrant arts scene and outstanding hospitality.
West Bank Landscapes
Ancient olive groves, terraced hillsides and hill towns of extraordinary historical resonance.
