History
The displacement of over 700,000 Palestinians in 1948 is called the
Nakba
The city that serves as the capital of the West Bank
Ramallah
Traditional Palestinian embroidery.
Tatreez
The national dish of Palestine.
Musakhan
Used as a symbol of Palestine when the flag was banned.
Watermelon
The cartoon character created by Naji al-Ali in 1969 that symbolizes Palestinian resistance
Handala
Palestine comprises two main regions: the West Bank and the
Gaza Strip
The traditional Palestinian women’s dress.
Thobe
A smoky eggplant dip commonly enjoyed in Palestinian cuisine.
Baba Ghanoush
This fruit, popular in Yafa, is an important symbol of Palestine.
Oranges
This is the city where knafeh was invented
Nablus
One of the world’s oldest cities, located in Palestine
Jericho
A black-and-white scarf symbolizing resistance and solidarity.
Keffiyeh
A staple bread found in almost every meal in Palestine.
Pita Bread
Currency of Palestine.
Shekel
This object represents the right of return for Palestinian refugees.
The Key
The lowest point on Earth, found in Palestine
The Dead Sea
The traditional Palestinian dance.
Dabke
A spice blend of thyme, sumac, and sesame seeds.
Za’atar
The national animal of Palestine.
Gazelle
The ____ ___ harvest occurs during October/November.
A holy site in Jerusalem marking Prophet Muhammad’s ascent to heaven
Dome of the Rock / Al Aqsa
Famous Graffiti on the wall between the West Bank and occupied Palestine
Banksy’s art
Palestine has some of the world’s oldest ______, nearly 4,000 years old.
Olive Trees
These animals, used for transportation and farming, symbolize resilience and endurance for the Palestinian people.
Donkeys