Palestine (فلسطين ), a state situated in Western Asia, it comprises the areas of West Bank and Gaza Strip, separated by Israel’s territories. Palestine’s administrative centre is the dynamic city of Ramallah, although Jerusalem is the proclaimed capital. Discover interesting live webcams in this region.
East Jerusalem is one of the main tourist destinations in the state. Its Old City has many landmarks that are of great significance to the main religions, namely at Temple Mount, a holy place since ancient times.
There are large cities in Palestine including Hebron, and well-known towns such as Bethlehem, considered the birthplace of Jesus Christ, and Jericho, with many important archaeological and Christian sites.
Population: estimated 5 million people
Capital: Jerusalem/ Ramallah
Other major cities: Gaza City, Jabalia/Jabalya, Hebron, Nablus, Tubas
Religions: Islam (93%), Christianity (6%), other (1%)
Climate: Mediterranean and hot-semi-arid
Main attractions: Old City of Jerusalem (Al-Aqsa Mosque, Dome of the Rock, Western Wall, Church of the Holy Sepulchre), Bethlehem, Jericho, Ramallah, Dead Sea Coastline
