Palestine
Palestine spans the West Bank and the Gaza Strip, home to some of the oldest continuously inhabited places on Earth and cities sacred to billions across three faiths.
WHAT THE FLAG MEANS â—¢
A Pan-Arab horizontal tricolour of black, white and green with a red triangle at the hoist, based on the flag of the 1916 Arab Revolt. The colours evoke the historic Arab dynasties and the red triangle the Arab struggle and unity.
Palestine FACTS â—¢
| Capital | East Jerusalem |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Population | 5,227,193 |
| Area | 6,020 km² |
| Population density | 868 /km² |
| Currency | New shekel (ILS) ₪ |
| Official language | Arabic |
| Calling code | +970 |
| Internet TLD | .ps |
| Time zones | UTC+02:00, UTC+03:00 |
| Drives on the | Right |
| ISO codes | PS / PSE |
DID YOU KNOW? â—¢
- Jericho, in the West Bank, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, with roots going back thousands of years.
- Bethlehem's Church of the Nativity is among the oldest churches still in use, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- The region sits along the Jordan Rift Valley, part of the same great geological trench that runs down into East Africa.
- Olive cultivation here stretches back thousands of years, and olive trees remain central to its landscape and cuisine.
Palestine FAQ â—¢
What is the capital of Palestine?
The capital of Palestine is East Jerusalem.
What is the population of Palestine?
Palestine has a population of about 5,227,193.
What currency does Palestine use?
Palestine uses the New shekel (ILS).
What languages are spoken in Palestine?
The official language of Palestine is Arabic.
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