This edition focuses on the Palestinian roots of Jerusalem. We explore the Old City in search of history, people, culture religion and food, and walk through the ‘Valley of the shadow of death’ drinking coffee with bedouins in the Jerusalem Wilderness.
‘I don’t know about you, but I love to walk around the city centres of the cities I visit, tasting food in every stall, store, bar and restaurant. Tapas style! And East Jerusalem is a unique place to do it: at every corner, different smells will tempt you to try bites typical of Palestinian gastronomy. Fancy a brain for breakfast?’
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No city is more layered in its layeredness than the Old City in East Jerusalem. The Romans, Byzantines, Mamluk, Crusaders, Ottomans, and British all left their mark on the city by simply building or demolishing each other’s structures every time they conquered it. The city’s walls and gates alone tell stories that can be studied for a lifetime.
Layer upon layer, the meandering streets are built up. And beneath those architectural layers of bricks lie at least as many stories.
Historical ones. About devastation, rebuilding, devastation, and rebuilding again.
Religious ones. The Old City in East Jerusalem is sacred to all three monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Hence the Palestinian name for the city is Al-Quds: The Holy One. Those religions and all their complexity add another layer to this fascinating city.
Human stories. The Old City offers an excellent opportunity to discover the hospitality of Palestinians, hear their stories, and taste the rich culinary Palestinian traditions.
Political ones. Jerusalem is known as the city of peace. But Jerusalem’s peace is a complicated peace. That is an intriguing layer for the exploring traveler for example, the story about the displaced villages.
Fortunately, just outside the Old City, you can also enter the nature of the hills surrounding East Jerusalem or the Wilderness of Jerusalem with its oases, ancient monasteries in Wadi Qelt, fascinating Bedouin culture, and intriguing landscapes.
East Jerusalem. Which storyline will you go for?
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Palestinian Heritage Trail is a long-distance cultural hiking route in Palestine. The trail is about 500 km long and extends from the village of Rummana northwest of Jenin to Beit Mirsim southwest of Hebron back to Artas in Bethlehem, in addition to the newly developed Jerusalem segment that starts in Eizariya through the Old City of Jerusalem towards the villages in the Northwest (Beit Suriq to Beit Duqqo) (See map). The trail passes through more than 60 Palestinian cities, villages and local communities where travelers can experience and enjoy the authentic Palestinian Hospitality.
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Our mission is simple: to inspire you to explore the world with curiosity, optimism, enthusiasm, and respect. To connect with cultures, to marvel at breathtaking landscapes, and to embrace the beauty of untamed nature.
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Palestinian Heritage Trail is a long-distance cultural hiking route in Palestine. The trail is about 500 km long and extends from the village of Rummana northwest of Jenin to Beit Mirsim southwest of Hebron back to Artas in Bethlehem, in addition to the newly developed Jerusalem segment that starts in Eizariya through the Old City of Jerusalem towards the villages in the Northwest (Beit Suriq to Beit Duqqo) (See map). The trail passes through more than 60 Palestinian cities, villages and local communities where travelers can experience and enjoy the authentic Palestinian Hospitality.
We know where to go. We know the best places to stay. And we know the local partners who turn a trip into something unforgettable. That’s why when we design your journey, it isn’t just a holiday. It’s a story you’ll carry for life.
Our mission is simple: to inspire you to explore the world with curiosity, optimism, enthusiasm, and respect. To connect with cultures, to marvel at breathtaking landscapes, and to embrace the beauty of untamed nature.
So, tell us — what once-in-a-lifetime adventure may we design for you?
Let the best storytellers work their magic for you and share your story with over 180,000 English, Spanish, German and Dutch speaking travel enthusiasts from all over the world.
For more information visit WideOyster Creative or send an email to letstalk@wideoyster.com
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