Ramallah Attractions
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West Bank
Ramallah, a town with both Christian and Muslim inhabitants, lies 15km/9mi north of Jerusalem on the West Bank of the Jordan. It is known for being the capital of the Palestinian National Authority.
History
Ramallah was founded in the 14th century by Christians who had been driven out of Shobak (now in Jordan). In the 19th century the Roman Catholic church established a community here and built schools.
Ramallah, a town with both Christian and Muslim inhabitants, lies 15km/9mi north of Jerusalem on the West Bank of the Jordan. It is known for being the capital of the Palestinian National Authority.
History
Ramallah was founded in the 14th century by Christians who had been driven out of Shobak (now in Jordan). In the 19th century the Roman Catholic church established a community here and built schools.
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