DOCSLIB.ORG

BETHLEHEM VISITOR GUIDE Day Tours - Top 10 Things to See and Do - Getting to and from Bethlehem

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text

Load more

V I S I T P A L E S T I N E C E N T E R - B E T H L E H E M V I S I T O R G U I D E , 2 0 1 9 BETHLEHEM VISITOR GUIDE Day Tours - Top 10 Things to See and Do - Getting to and from Bethlehem About Bethlehem As the Birthplace of Christ, the ancient town of Bethlehem holds a connection with Christians from all around the world. While small in size and population, Bethlehem and its surroundings have a lot to offer visitors. At the heart of the Inside this Guide town lies Manger Square and the Church of the Nativity built on the site where tradition holds that Mary gave birth to Jesus. About Bethlehem Start your visit along the UNESCO protected Star Street as you walk Top 10 things to See and Do through the Old Quarters of Bethlehem and discover the hidden treasures, beautiful architecture and heritage of this historic town. Scheduled and Private Tours In the proximity of Bethlehem lies the small village of Battir with its amazing landscape featuring olive groves and vineyards. Enjoy a hike across the ancient Getting to and from Bethlehem terraces and water systems that have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. About the Visit Palestine Center Be sure to visit the neighboring town of Beit Sahour, home to the Shepherds' Fields. North of Bethlehem, lies the town of Beit Jala, famous for its beautiful skyline of church steeples and narrow winding roads. Don't forget to visit one of the many museums and cultural center in the area and check out local listing for upcoming events and festivals. Ahlan Wa Sahlan - "Welcome to Bethlehem" The Visit Palestine Team BOOK NOW www.visitpalestine.ps Tel # +972 2771992 Email: [email protected] V I S I T P A L E S T I N E C E N T E R - B E T H L E H E M V I S I T O R G U I D E , 2 0 1 9 BETHLEHEM TOP 10 OTHER POINTS OF INTEREST THINGS TO SEE AND DO 1. Manger Square & the Church of the Nativity - Chapel of the Milk Grotto 2. Bethlehem Old Quarters & Star Street - Cremisan Valley 3. Monastery of Mar Saba - The Bank of Palestine Art Gallery 4. Battir and Al Makhrour Valley - Palestine Heritage Museum 5. Shepherds' Fields (Beit Sahour) - Church of Annunciation (Beit Jala) 6. Village of Artas and the Solomon Pools - International Center of Bethlehem 7. The Walled Off Hotel - Herodion 8. The Separation Wall & Graffiti Artworks - St. Theodosius Monastery 9. Traditional Olive Wood Workshop - St. George’s Church (Al Khader) 10. One of the many Museums and Cultural Centers - Souq Al Shab Market (Beit Sahour) Mar Saba Monastery BOOK NOW www.visitpalestine.ps Tel # +972 2771992 Email: [email protected] V I S I T P A L E S T I N E C E N T E R - B E T H L E H E M V I S I T O R G U I D E , 2 0 1 9 BETHLEHEM HIGHLIGHTS - HALF DAY TOUR To Book When: Daily (except Sunday) Price $55 per person Private tours available upon request (Click here) When: Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Tour Highlights: and Saturday Star Street, which was declared a UNESCO World Time: 1:30 am - 05:00 pm Heritage Site as a pilgrimage route in 2012 together with the Duration: Approximately 3.5 - 4 hours Church of Nativity. Language: English (other languages available for private tours Manger Square: Located in the heart of Bethlehem with the including Spanish, Italian, Spanish, German, Arabic and more). Private Tour: Available upon request Church of Nativity standing opposite the Mosque of Omar, the Square is adorned by shops, restaurants and narrow Starting Point: Visit Palestine Center, Bethlehem alleyway leading to Bethlehem's hidden quarters and Location: Opposite the Bethlehem City Mall (central bus markets station) Up the stairs next to the Canal Souvenir shop). Group Size: min. 3 to max 12 participants. Church of the Nativity: The Church of Nativity lies in the center of Bethlehem near Manger Square. It is one of the Difficulty Level: Easy walking oldest working Churches in existence today and built over Weather Condition: The tour runs year round Accessibility: (not disabled friendly) the grotto where tradition hold that Mary gave birth to Jesus. Transportation: Public transportation (part of the tour) Meals: No meals included in this tour The Market: The Old Market of Bethlehem (Al Souq) is a typical Middle Eastern bazaar where a person can find fresh Price Includes: fruits, vegetables, spices, and local sweets. Walking - Licensed tour guide through the market offers a glimpse into the town’s daily life. - Entrance fees (not applicable - no entrance fees required) - Public transportation during tour (if needed) The International Center of Bethlehem: Learn about the - Tourist map of Bethlehem - 10% DISCOUNT at the Visit Palestine Center Gift Shop changes that have come to Bethlehem since the 19th - Children: up to 5 years (free), 5-12 (50%), 12+ full price century. Discover the contributions of the Lutheran Church to civil society, state building, and their efforts toward Payment Options: change. - Cash or credit card at the center (starting point) - Online via secure checkout (credit card and PayPal) The Separation Wall Walk along the infamous Separation - 5% discount for advanced payment Wall and learn about its impact on Bethlehem. View the many graffiti works on the wall including artwork by the famous Refund Policy: - Full refund if the organizer cancels the tour British artist Banksy. - Full refund if canceled by client more than 48 hours in advance - 25% cancellation fee from 48 hours in advance Optional Visits (entrance fees not included): Visit the - 50% cancellation fee from 24 hours in advance Walled Off Hotel and tour its museum or visit the Palestinian - No show: No refund Heritage Museum. How to Book: - Book this tour online at Click here - Email: [email protected] - Tel # +972 2 2771992 Take note: - We require a minimum of 3 participants to run this tour - If you do not have a confirmed booking, please contact us to ensure the tour is running. - Passport: If you will be crossing any checkpoints to get to Bethlehem, please remember your passport. - Dress code: Some churches require modest dress code - Wear comfortable walking shoes. - Tipping: Not obligatory but appreciated BOOK NOW www.visitpalestine.ps Tel # +972 2771992 Email: [email protected] V I S I T P A L E S T I N E C E N T E R - B E T H L E H E M V I S I T O R G U I D E , 2 0 1 9 HEBRON AND BETHLEHEM FULL DAY TOUR To Book When: Monday and Wednesday Price $75 per person Private tours available upon request (Click here) When: Every Monday and Wednesday Tour Highlights (Hebron) Time: 9:00 am -1:00 pm Duration: Approximately 4 hours Hebron, Old City: Walk in the Old City of Hebron and learn Language: English (other languages are available for private tours) about the political situation and divisions in the town (Areas Private Tour: Available upon request H1 H2). Explore the Souq (market) with its arched roofs and maze of alleys lined with shops and stalls sell everything Starting Point: Visit Palestine Center, Bethlehem from pottery, olive wood and glass to fresh and dried fruits. Location: Opposite the Bethlehem City Mall (central bus station) Up the stairs next to the Canal Souvenir shop). Ibrahimi Mosque: Al Haram Al Ibrahimi (Sanctuary of Group Size: 4-12 participants max. Abraham) also known as the Tomb of the Patriarchs– the Difficulty Level: Easy walking resting place of great Patriarchs or Prophets Jacob, Isaac Weather Condition: The tour runs year round and Abraham (Ibrahim), and their wives Leah, Rebecca and Accessibility: (not disabled friendly) Sarah - is sacred to three monotheistic faiths. Transportation: Public transportation from Bethlehem to Hebron & back. Meals: 30 minutes optional lunch stop in Bethlehem (not included in Hebron Glass Factory: Visit one of Hebron’s famous glass price) blowing factories, a traditional craft in the Hebron area that dates back to the Roman and Phoenicians periods. Price Includes: - Licensed tour guide - Entrance fees (not applicable - no entrance fees required) Tour Highlights (Bethlehem) - Public transportation from Bethehem to Hebron and back - Tourist map of Hebron Manger Square: Located in the heart of Bethlehem with the - 10% DISCOUNT at the Visit Palestine Center Gift Shop Church of Nativity standing opposite the Mosque of Omar, - Children: up to 5 years (free), 5-12 (50%) , 12+ full price the Square is adorned by shops, restaurants and narrow alleyway leading to Bethlehem's hidden quarters and Payment Options: markets. - Cash or credit card at the center (starting point) - Online via secure checkout (credit card and PayPal) - 5% discount for advanced payment Church of Nativity: The Church of Nativity lies in the center of Bethlehem on Manger Square. It is one of the Refund Policy: oldest working Church in existence today and built over the - Full refund if organizer cancels the tour Grotto where Mary gave birth to Jesus. - Full refund if canceled by client more than 48 hours in advance - 25% cancellation fee from 48 hours in advance Refugee Camp: Visit a refugee camp and meet with the - 50% cancellation fee from 24 hours in advance people and learn about the plight of Palestinian Refugees. - No show: No refund How to Book: - Book your tour online: www.visitpalestine.ps/tours - Email: [email protected] - Tel # +972 2 2771992 Take note: - We require a minimum of 4 participants to run this tour - If you do not have a confirmed booking, please contact us to ensure the tour is running.
Recommended publications

  • Call (402) 768-6602 in Domestic Offi Ces

    Become a fan Find us on Facebook The Hebron ournal Courthouse News ................3 Banner-Argus ...................... 8 Churches ............................. 5 Cards of Thanks ..................4 Classifi eds ........................ 13 Sports ................................ 10 Football Contest ..................9 $100 J eegistergister Volume 140, Issue 43 14 Pages, One Section, Plus Supplements Wednesday, October 26, 2011 hhttp://hebronjournalregister.comRttp://hebronjournalregister.com Costume Contest City to discuss electric rate, HVFD sinking fund increases city leaders may have to double the fund the same,” councilwoman Beth In other business, councilman Parade By Jacque Rocole Hebron Journal-Register amount already going in. Goldhammer said, “we’ll need an Fangmeier said the city’s wholesale “We’ve been going through the additional $80,000 to $90,000 when cost for electricity was getting hit The Hebron City Council will ad- budget and know we’re going to be the time comes.” with a six percent increase. The coun- dress two budget items at the Novem- short,” Linton said. “The city truck Council president Larry Fangmeier cil has until December to decide, but ber meeting next month including and pumper truck come from the agreed. “It looks to me we could be Fangmeier wanted them to be aware electrical rate and fi re department sinking fund, and even though we adding an additional $750 to $1,000 a change needed to be made. “We sinking fund adjustments. Both will won’t need a new truck for another a month to the money we’re already are looking at an increase,” he said, most likely increase. 10 years, at the rate we’re going we putting in the account,” he said.
  • Israeli Settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, Including East Jerusalem, and in the Occupied Syrian Golan

    Israeli Settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, Including East Jerusalem, and in the Occupied Syrian Golan

    A/HRC/37/43 Advance Edited Version Distr.: General 6 March 2018 Original: English Human Rights Council Thirty-seventh session 26 February-23 March 2018 Agenda item 7 Human rights situation in Palestine and other occupied Arab territories Israeli settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, and the occupied Syrian Golan Report of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights* Summary In the present report, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights describes the expansion of the settlement enterprise of Israel, examines the existence of a coercive environment in occupied East Jerusalem, and addresses issues relating to Israeli settlements in the occupied Syrian Golan. The report covers the period from 1 November 2016 to 31 October 2017. * The present report was submitted after the deadline in order to reflect the latest developments. A/HRC/37/43 I. Introduction 1. The present report, submitted to the Human Rights Council pursuant to its resolution 34/31, provides an update on the implementation of that resolution from 1 November 2016 to 31 October 2017. It is based on monitoring and other information-gathering activities conducted by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) and on information provided by other United Nations entities in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, and from Israeli and Palestinian non-governmental organizations and civil society in the Occupied Syrian Golan. It should be read in conjunction with recent relevant reports of the Secretary-General and of the High Commissioner to the General Assembly and to the Council (A/72/564, A/72/565, A/HRC/37/38 and A/HRC/37/42).
  • Cremisan Valley Site Management to Conserve People and Nature

    Cremisan Valley Site Management to Conserve People and Nature

    CREMISAN VALLEY SITE MANAGEMENT TO CONSERVE PEOPLE AND NATURE Prepared by Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability, Bethlehem Universitry 2021 Table of Contents Abreviations…………………………………………………………………………...…ii Executive summary……………………………………………………………………...iii 1 Introduction ................................................................................................................. 1 2 Location ....................................................................................................................... 2 3 Geology and Paleontology........................................................................................... 5 4 Flora and habitat description ....................................................................................... 6 5 FAUNAL Studies ...................................................................................................... 14 5.1 Methods .............................................................................................................. 14 5.2 Invertebrates ....................................................................................................... 17 5.3 Vertebrates ......................................................................................................... 18 5.4 Mushrooms/Fungi .............................................................................................. 22 6 Humans – Anthropolgical issues ............................................................................... 26 6.1 Cremisan Monastery .........................................................................................
  • A History of Money in Palestine: from the 1900S to the Present

    A History of Money in Palestine: from the 1900S to the Present

    A History of Money in Palestine: From the 1900s to the Present The Harvard community has made this article openly available. Please share how this access benefits you. Your story matters Citation Mitter, Sreemati. 2014. A History of Money in Palestine: From the 1900s to the Present. Doctoral dissertation, Harvard University. Citable link http://nrs.harvard.edu/urn-3:HUL.InstRepos:12269876 Terms of Use This article was downloaded from Harvard University’s DASH repository, and is made available under the terms and conditions applicable to Other Posted Material, as set forth at http:// nrs.harvard.edu/urn-3:HUL.InstRepos:dash.current.terms-of- use#LAA A History of Money in Palestine: From the 1900s to the Present A dissertation presented by Sreemati Mitter to The History Department in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the subject of History Harvard University Cambridge, Massachusetts January 2014 © 2013 – Sreemati Mitter All rights reserved. Dissertation Advisor: Professor Roger Owen Sreemati Mitter A History of Money in Palestine: From the 1900s to the Present Abstract How does the condition of statelessness, which is usually thought of as a political problem, affect the economic and monetary lives of ordinary people? This dissertation addresses this question by examining the economic behavior of a stateless people, the Palestinians, over a hundred year period, from the last decades of Ottoman rule in the early 1900s to the present. Through this historical narrative, it investigates what happened to the financial and economic assets of ordinary Palestinians when they were either rendered stateless overnight (as happened in 1948) or when they suffered a gradual loss of sovereignty and control over their economic lives (as happened between the early 1900s to the 1930s, or again between 1967 and the present).
  • Towards a Global Movement: a Framework for Today’S Anti-Apartheid Activism

    Towards a Global Movement: a Framework for Today’S Anti-Apartheid Activism

    Grassroots Palestinian Anti-Apartheid Wall Campaign Towards a Global Movement: A framework for today’s anti-apartheid activism June 2007 ii Abstract Building and strengthening a global boycott, divestment and sanctions (BDS) movement has become a core aim for many involved in today’s solidarity work for Palestine. This report assesses the current state of the BDS movements – within the general context of Palestine solidarity work – and makes recommendations for improvement. Developing clarity, cohesion and coordination across the numerous local and national initiatives, campaigns and movements from around the world is crucial if solidarity is to be more effective. Our discussion and framework for action explores the central issues pertaining to any BDS strategy and sets out how global activism can have an important role to play in advancing the Palestinian cause and struggle. Reflections upon previous BDS strategies used to isolate Israel, from within and outside the Middle East, are explored together with a comprehensive study of the campaigns pursued by the anti-apartheid movement against South Africa. An evaluation seeks to learn from past BDS experiences and the implications for Palestine campaign work today. The findings are addressed to solidarity movements, trade unions and social justice organizations around the world, with the intention of creating stronger global networks and alliances with Palestine at a grassroots and civil society level. Moreover, they build upon the Palestinian Call (2005) for BDS as a means of support for
  • The Independent Personal1ty of the Palestinians*

    The Independent Personal1ty of the Palestinians*

    THE INDEPENDENT PERSONAL1TY OF THE PALESTINIANS* Türkkaya ATAÖV The exodus and the dispersal of the Palestinian people af- ter the occupation of their land by the racist Zionist entity could not hinder the tradition of national expression. This expression, linked to the national question, was even developed as a reaction to foreign invasion. No doubt, the Palestinian armed struggle, follovving the Israeli attack in 1967, has caused an explosion of a potential energy not only in terms of military force, but in the realm of culture and arts. Palestinian culture, in the form of poetry, folk tales, popular singing, dancing, national costumes, embroidery, ceramics, carving, glass and metal work or various other forms of expression, is the vivid proof of the existence of a homeland and a people's yearning for it. The Palestinian masses, under occupation or in exile, are gathering, safeguarding and developing their ovvn culture, knowing ful 1 well that the preservation of culture is an effective vvay of resistance to attempts undermining national consciousness. The Zionist entity has not only looted the land of the Palestini- ans, but is also suppressing their culture and what is more,trying to usurpe it from them. But the Palestinians are engaged in a struggle to obtain recognition of their independent personality and existence. In spite of Zionist aggression, the ı oots of a peop- le, deep in the Palestinian soil, cannot be erased. * The Palestinians were avvare of the dangers posed by Zio- nist immigration, much earlier than generally accepted. Throug- hout many centuries, the Holy Land prospered under the tolerant rule of Arab and Ottoman Turkish sovereigns, who safeguarded * This paper was prepared for an international conference in Baghdad (Iraq) in 1979.
  • Beit Sahour City Profile

    Beit Sahour City Profile

    Beit Sahour City Profile Prepared by The Applied Research Institute – Jerusalem Funded by Spanish Cooperation Azahar Program 2010 Palestinian Localities Study Bethlehem Governorate Acknowledgments ARIJ hereby expresses its deep gratitude to the Spanish agency for International Cooperation for Development (AECID) for their funding of this project through the Azahar Program. ARIJ is grateful to the Palestinian officials in the ministries, municipalities, joint services councils, village committees and councils, and the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics (PCBS) for their assistance and cooperation with the project team members during the data collection process. ARIJ also thanks all the staff who worked throughout the past couple of years towards the accomplishment of this work. 1 Palestinian Localities Study Bethlehem Governorate Background This booklet is part of a series of booklets, which contain compiled information about each city, town, and village in Bethlehem Governorate. These booklets came as a result of a comprehensive study of all localities in Bethlehem Governorate, which aims at depicting the overall living conditions in the governorate and presenting developmental plans to assist in developing the livelihood of the population in the area. It was accomplished through the "Village Profiles and Azahar Needs Assessment;" the project funded by the Spanish Agency for International Cooperation for Development (AECID) and the Azahar Program. The "Village Profiles and Azahar Needs Assessment" was designed to study, investigate, analyze and document the socio-economic conditions and the needed programs and activities to mitigate the impact of the current unsecure political, economic and social conditions in Bethlehem Governorate with particular focus on the Azahar program objectives and activities concerning water, environment, and agriculture.
  • Documentation German Palestinian Municipal Partnership Workshop

    Documentation German Palestinian Municipal Partnership Workshop

    Documentation German Palestinian Municipal Partnership Workshop Ramallah and Bethlehem 23 November 2014 Imprint Published by: ENGAGEMENT GLOBAL gGmbH – Service für Entwicklungsinitiativen (GLOBAL CIVIC ENGAGEMENT – Service for Development Initiatives) Tulpenfeld 7, 53111 Bonn, Germany Phone +49 228 20 717-0 Ӏ Fax +49 228 20 717-150 [email protected]; www.engagement-global.de Service Agency Communities in the One World [email protected]; www.service-eine-welt.de Text: Petra Schöning Responsible for content: Service Agency Communities in One World, Dr. Stefan Wilhelmy Special thanks go to Mr. Ulrich Nitschke and the GIZ Programmes “Local Governance and Civil Society Development Programme” and “Future for Palestine” for their enormous support in the organization and realization of this workshop. 1 Table of Contents Workshop Schedule ................................................................................................................................. 3 I Objectives .............................................................................................................................................. 4 II Opening Remarks GIZ and Service Agency Communities in One World .............................................. 4 Introduction of GIZ Programmes “Local Governance and Civil Society Development Programme (LGP)” and “Future for Palestine (FfP)” by Ulrich Nitschke (GIZ) ........................................................ 4 Introduction of the Engagement Global Programme “Service Agency Communities in One
  • Peacebuilding Across the Israeli/ Palessnian Border Through

    Peacebuilding Across the Israeli/ Palessnian Border Through

    Peacebuilding across the Israeli/ Pales4nian Border through Environmental Educaon GSA 2017 Mee4ng, T6. Cross-Border Community Engagement Using Geoscience Research, Educa<on, and Outreach Malcolm Siegel, PhD, MPH Director, Educaon and Operaons Water Resources Ac4on Project, Inc. www.wrapdc.org Water Resources Ac4on Project • US-based non-profit organizaon founded in 2009. • Seeks to improve public health in underserved communi4es in Israel, Pales4ne and Jordan through improved water stewardship. • Works across poli%cal, cultural and geographic borders • Strict poli4cal and religious neutrality. • Sponsors, designs, and installs rainwater harves4ng systems at schools which supply 85% of water to rest rooms. • Seeks to connect Arab and Jewish students through related environmental educaonal program. • Works with other grass-roots environmental organizaons in Middle East. Water Problems in Israel/Pales4ne • Climate variable over small region – Coastal/north Israel: cool rainy winters – West Bank and south & east Israel • arid, extended hot and dry season – Rainfall varies greatly (< 50 to >1000 mm/yr) • Ongoing pollu4on of Mountain Aquifer – 90% of sewage (50 MCM/yr) from PA towns flow into environment untreated. • Unequal distribu4on of water resources • 118,000 Pales4nians not connected to water; buy from tankers; can spend 40% of income; average use is 20 L/day (WHO recommends >60 L/day) • Borders of Jerusalem Municipality, Separaon Wall and Green Line leave some residents cut off from water supplies. On-going environmental damage due to lack of Peace Treaty Ave annual precip (1961-1990) Future Conflicts Over the Mountain Aquifer 2 Major Water Sheds 90% of groundwater comes from Mountain Aquifer. Most recharge in West Bank.
  • General Assembly Economic and Social Council

    General Assembly Economic and Social Council

    United Nations A/67/84–E/2012/68 General Assembly Distr.: General 8 May 2012 Economic and Social Council Original: English General Assembly Economic and Social Council Sixty-seventh session Substantive session of 2012 Item 71 (b) of the preliminary list* New York, 2-27 July 2012 Strengthening of the coordination of humanitarian and Item 9 of the provisional agenda** disaster relief assistance of the United Nations, including Implementation of the Declaration on the special economic assistance Granting of Independence to Colonial Countries and Peoples by the specialized agencies and the international institutions associated with the United Nations Assistance to the Palestinian people Report of the Secretary-General Summary The present report, submitted in compliance with General Assembly resolution 66/118, contains an assessment of the assistance received by the Palestinian people, needs still unmet and proposals for responding to them. This report describes efforts made by the United Nations, in cooperation with the Palestinian Authority, donors and civil society, to support the Palestinian population and institutions. The reporting period is from May 2011 to April 2012. During that period the Palestinian Authority completed its two-year State-building programme. The United Nations enhanced its support to those efforts through its Medium-Term Response Plan. The United Nations is currently executing $1.2 billion of works under that plan and is seeking an additional $1.7 billion for planned works. This complements the humanitarian programming outlined in the 2012 Consolidated Appeal of $416.7 million, of which 38 per cent has been funded as of April 2012. * A/67/50.
  • Annual Report #4

    Annual Report #4

    Fellow engineers Annual Report #4 Program Name: Local Government & Infrastructure (LGI) Program Country: West Bank & Gaza Donor: USAID Award Number: 294-A-00-10-00211-00 Reporting Period: October 1, 2013 - September 30, 2014 Submitted To: Tony Rantissi / AOR / USAID West Bank & Gaza Submitted By: Lana Abu Hijleh / Country Director/ Program Director / LGI 1 Program Information Name of Project1 Local Government & Infrastructure (LGI) Program Country and regions West Bank & Gaza Donor USAID Award number/symbol 294-A-00-10-00211-00 Start and end date of project September 30, 2010 – September 30, 2015 Total estimated federal funding $100,000,000 Contact in Country Lana Abu Hijleh, Country Director/ Program Director VIP 3 Building, Al-Balou’, Al-Bireh +972 (0)2 241-3616 [email protected] Contact in U.S. Barbara Habib, Program Manager 8601 Georgia Avenue, Suite 800, Silver Spring, MD USA +1 301 587-4700 [email protected] 2 Table of Contents Acronyms and Abbreviations …………………………………….………… 4 Program Description………………………………………………………… 5 Executive Summary…………………………………………………..…...... 7 Emergency Humanitarian Aid to Gaza……………………………………. 17 Implementation Activities by Program Objective & Expected Results 19 Objective 1 …………………………………………………………………… 24 Objective 2 ……………………................................................................ 42 Mainstreaming Green Elements in LGI Infrastructure Projects…………. 46 Objective 3…………………………………………………........................... 56 Impact & Sustainability for Infrastructure and Governance ……............
  • Palestine - Walking Through History

    Palestine - Walking Through History

    Palestine - Walking through History April 04 - 08, 2019 Cultural Touring | Hiking | Cycling | Jeep touring Masar Ibrahim Al-Khalil is Palestine’s long distance cultural walking route. Extending 330 km from ​ the village of Rummana in the northwest of Jenin to Beit Mirsim southwest of Al-Haram al-Ibrahimi (Ibrahimi Mosque) in Hebron. The route passes through more than fifty cities and villages where travelers can experience the legendary Palestinian hospitality. Beginning with a tour of the major sites in Jerusalem, we are immediately immersed in the complex history of the region. Over the five days, we experience sections of this route, hiking and biking from the green hills of the northern West Bank passing through the desert south of Jericho to Bethlehem. Actively traveling through the varied landscapes, biodiverse areas, archaeological remains, religious sites, and modern day lively villages, we experience rich Palestinian culture and heritage. Palestinians, like their neighboring Arabs, are known for their welcoming warmth and friendliness, important values associated with Abraham (Ibrahim). There is plenty of opportunity to have valuable encounters with local communities who share the generosity of their ancestors along the way, often over a meal of delicious Palestinian cuisine. The food boasts a range of vibrant and flavorsome dishes, sharing culinary traits with Middle Eastern and East Mediterranean regions. Highlights: ● Experience Palestine from a different perspective – insights that go beyond the usual headlines ● Hike and bike through beautiful landscapes ● Witness history in Jerusalem, Sebastiya, Jericho, Bethlehem ● Map of the route ITINERARY Day 1 – 04 April 2019 - Thursday : ​ Our trip begins today with a 8:00am pick-up at the hotel in Aqaba, the location on AdventureNEXT Near East.