|
Hebron, called in Arabic ''Al Khalil'' or ''Khalil arrahman,'' meaning ''the Friend'' or ''the friend of the Merciful (Alla),''
is one of the biggest Palestinian cities in terms of area and population.
Located in the southern part of the West Bank, (about 25 kilometers to the south of Jerusalem and about 1000 meters above sea level),
Hebron governorate has a population of 682,000 according to recent statistics.
Historical remains indicate that Hebron city was first founded in the first half of the second millennium BC.
PICCIT ‘07 is scheduled to take place in September when the city of Hebron is at its best climate condition of the year. In this time, farmers harvest their summer fruits. Tours will be organized for participants around the city of Hebron.
|
Top