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Things to do in Palestine

Bethlehem's Church of the Nativity and centuries of layered history across the West Bank, accessible to travelers through Israeli-administered crossings, with entry procedures and conditions that can shift and require careful, current confirmation.

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What's worth your time in Palestine

Visit the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem

Culture

A UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the oldest continuously operating churches in the world, marking the traditionally recognized birthplace of Jesus.

Explore Bethlehem's Old City and Manger Square

Culture

The historic heart of Bethlehem, centered on the square adjoining the Church of the Nativity, with markets and centuries of layered history.

Visit the ancient city of Jericho

Culture

Widely considered one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on Earth, with archaeological layers stretching back roughly 11,000 years.

Explore Hisham's Palace near Jericho

Culture

An 8th-century Umayyad-era palace complex holding one of the finest surviving mosaic floors from the early Islamic world.