Jericho, often called the “City of Palms”, holds a special place in both history and faith. Known as the world’s oldest continuously inhabited city, it carries more than 10,000 years of human memory layered into its soil, hills, and oasis. From Bronze Age walls at Tell es-Sultan to Byzantine monasteries, Islamic shrines, and desert castles, Jericho’s heritage reflects the diverse civilizations and religions that have flourished here.

For Christians, Jericho recalls the story of Zacchaeus, the baptism of Jesus at the Jordan River, and the temptation on the mountain overlooking the city. For Muslims, the domes of Nabi Musa mark one of Palestine’s most sacred shrines, while monasteries like Deir Hijleh embody centuries of devotion. Archaeological wonders such as Hisham’s Palace and Herod’s Winter Palaces showcase Jericho’s importance as both a royal retreat and a desert stronghold.

Visiting Jericho’s religious and historical sites means walking through living history, where ancient ruins, sacred landscapes, and spiritual traditions continue to shape the identity of the land and its people. These places are not only monuments of the past but also reflections of Palestinian culture, resilience, and continuity in one of the most storied regions on earth