The UNESCO Sites in Palestine have resulted in recognition of 3 cultural and natural landmarks as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Palestine and 14 locations on the Palestine UNESCO tentative list. These touristic sites in Palestine are acknowledged for their unique and valuable cultural, natural, artistic, and historical significance and are preserved for future generations.
In addition to these 3 sites in the Palestine UNESCO list, there are many other places to travel in Palestine that are being considered for UNESCO recognition. These sites, listed on the tentative list, showcase the country’s rich cultural heritage and are waiting for approval to join the prestigious and famous World Heritage Sites list.
To help visitors discover these remarkable Palestine tourist attractions, we have assembled an interactive map of the UNESCO sites in Palestine.
Palestine UNESCO Map
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Palestine UNESCO Map
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Palestine
There are 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Palestine. All of these three sites are listed under the Cultural category.
- Birthplace of Jesus: Church of the Nativity and the Pilgrimage Route, Bethlehem
- Hebron/Al-Khalil Old Town
- Palestine: Land of Olives and Vines – Cultural Landscape of Southern Jerusalem, Battir
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Palestine are protected locations for their cultural and natural importance.
Birthplace of Jesus: Church of the Nativity and the Pilgrimage Route, Bethlehem
The Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem marks the birthplace of Jesus and is considered one of the holiest sites in Christianity. The church dates back to the 4th century and sits atop the Grotto of the Nativity, where tradition states that Jesus was born. The church and the surrounding pilgrimage route attract millions of visitors every year.
Hebron/Al-Khalil Old Town
Hebron’s Old Town, known as Al-Khalil, is a maze of narrow alleyways, historic buildings, and vibrant markets. The town is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and is considered holy by Jews and Muslims. Visitors to Hebron can explore the ancient Cave of the Patriarchs, where Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob are buried, as well as the beautiful Al-Haram Al-Ibrahimi Mosque.
Palestine: Land of Olives and Vines – Cultural Landscape of Southern Jerusalem, Battir
The Land of Olives and Vines, also known as the Cultural Landscape of Southern Jerusalem in Battir, combines cultural and natural beauty uniquely. The area is known for its stunning terraced fields, traditional stone houses, and extensive network of irrigation channels that have been in use for over 2,000 years. Visitors to Battir can stroll through the lush green landscape and learn about the area’s rich cultural heritage.
Palestine UNESCO tentative list
- Mount Gerizim and the Samaritans
- QUMRAN: Caves and Monastery of the Dead Sea Scrolls
- El-Bariyah: wilderness with monasteries
- Wadi Natuf and Shuqba Cave
- Old Town of Nablus and its environs
- Tell Umm Amer
- Throne Villages
- Sebastia
- Anthedon Harbour
- Umm Al-Rihan forest
- Wadi Gaza Coastal Wetlands
- Baptism Site “Eshria’a” (Al-Maghtas)
- Ancient Jericho/ Tell es-Sultan
- Hisham’s Palace/ Khirbet al- Mafjar
Tours in Palestine
Our choices of tours in Palestine are divided into thematic features such as Birthplace of JesusHebron/Al-Khalil Old Town, and the Cultural Landscape of Southern Jerusalem, Battir Experience.
