Largest Cities in Palestine

by | January 20, 2021
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Facts about Palestine

Official languages: Arabic
Capital: East Jerusalem
Area: 5,970 km²
Population: 3.8 million residents
Population density: 636.52 residents per km²
Currency: ILS
Internet TLD: .ps
ISO codes: PS, PSE, 275
The telephone code from Palestinian Territories is +970

Biggest Cities of Palestine by Population

The largest city in Palestine is Gaza City, located in the Gaza Strip on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea. It is home to approximately half a million people and is a major regional center for trade and commerce. The city is known for its ancient archaeological sites, traditional souks (markets), and beautiful beaches.

The second largest city in Palestine is Hebron, located in the West Bank. It has a population of around 170,000 people and serves as an important religious center for both Muslims and Jews. In addition to its religious significance, Hebron offers a number of attractions such as historical sites like Solomon’s Pools; museums like Beit Khalil Museum; public parks like Al-Hariqah Garden; and several markets selling traditional Palestinian products.

The third largest city in Palestine is Nablus which lies in the northern part of the West Bank. It has a population of around 120,000 people and serves as an important cultural center for Palestinians. Nablus features many attractions such as Old City with its Ottoman-era architecture; historical sites like Jacob’s Well; museums like Yasser Arafat Museum; several markets selling traditional products such as olive oil soap; plus plenty of restaurants serving delicious local cuisine.

The fourth largest city in Palestine is Jenin which lies in the northern part of the West Bank near the border with Israel. It has a population of around 75,000 people and serves as an important agricultural center due to its rich soil and abundant water resources from nearby springs. Jenin boasts several interesting attractions including Al-Quds Open University campus; Shomrei Hessed synagogue ruins; plus plenty of restaurants offering delicious local cuisine made with fresh ingredients from nearby farms!

Finally, Bethlehem lies south of Jerusalem in the West Bank with a population of about 30,000 people. Bethlehem was traditionally known for its religious importance due to being Jesus Christ’s birthplace but today it also serves as an important commercial hub for Palestinians living nearby with numerous shops selling traditional products such as olive oil soap or jewelry made by local artisans!

# City Population Latitude Longitude
1 East Jerusalem, Palestine 428,415 31.7834 35.2339
2 Gaza, Palestine 410,111 31.5016 34.4667
3 Khan Yunis, Palestine 173,294 31.3402 34.3063
4 Jabalya, Palestine 168,679 31.5272 34.4835
5 Hebron, Palestine 160,581 31.5294 35.0938
6 Nablus, Palestine 130,437 32.2211 35.2544
7 Rafah, Palestine 126,416 31.2972 34.2436
8 Dayr al Balah, Palestine 59,615 31.4178 34.3503
9 Bayt Lahya, Palestine 57,030 31.5464 34.4951
10 Tulkarm, Palestine 44,280 32.3104 35.0286
11 Qalqilyah, Palestine 43,323 32.1897 34.9706
12 Yuta, Palestine 41,536 31.4459 35.0944
13 Al Birah, Palestine 38,303 31.91 35.2164
14 Bayt Hanun, Palestine 37,503 31.5353 34.5358
15 An Nusayrat, Palestine 36,234 31.4486 34.3925
16 Old City, Palestine 36,111 31.7767 35.2342
17 Al Burayj, Palestine 35,062 31.4394 34.4031
18 Janin, Palestine 34,841 32.4594 35.3009
19 Bani Suhayla, Palestine 31,383 31.3434 34.3234
20 Bethlehem, Palestine 29,130 31.7049 35.2038
21 Az Zahiriyah, Palestine 27,727 31.4097 34.9733
22 Kalandia, Palestine 25,706 31.8667 35.2167
23 Ar Ram wa Dahiyat al Barid, Palestine 24,949 31.8494 35.2342
24 Ramallah, Palestine 24,710 31.8996 35.2042
25 Halhul, Palestine 21,187 31.5803 35.1018
26 Dura, Palestine 20,946 31.5078 35.0293
27 Jericho, Palestine 19,894 31.8667 35.45
28 Bani Na`im, Palestine 19,894 31.5159 35.1642
29 Al Qararah, Palestine 19,611 31.3739 34.3409
30 As Samu`, Palestine 19,466 31.3967 35.0661
31 Qabatiyah, Palestine 19,238 32.4104 35.2809
32 Idhna, Palestine 18,838 31.5587 34.9744
33 `Abasan al Kabirah, Palestine 18,274 31.3191 34.34
34 Sa`ir, Palestine 17,886 31.5786 35.1402
35 Al `Ayzariyah, Palestine 17,566 31.7708 35.2692
36 Balatah, Palestine 17,257 32.2121 35.2856
37 Az Zuwaydah, Palestine 16,799 31.4395 34.3805
38 Bayt Jala, Palestine 16,294 31.7155 35.1879
39 Al Yamun, Palestine 16,275 32.4856 35.2301
40 Tubas, Palestine 15,702 32.3209 35.3699
41 Bayt Sahur, Palestine 15,032 31.701 35.2263
42 Tarqumya, Palestine 14,313 31.5755 35.0122
43 Ya`bad, Palestine 13,588 32.4457 35.1682
44 Surif, Palestine 13,103 31.6508 35.0644
45 Baytunya, Palestine 12,933 31.8966 35.1705
46 Bayt Ummar, Palestine 12,349 31.6233 35.1045
47 `Anata, Palestine 12,057 31.8092 35.259
48 Givat Zeev, Palestine 11,875 31.8615 35.1686
49 Abu Dis, Palestine 11,864 31.7621 35.2617
50 Salfit, Palestine 11,111 32.0837 35.1808
51 Al `Ubaydiyah, Palestine 10,729 31.717 35.2901
52 Bayt Fajjar, Palestine 10,690 31.6244 35.1546
53 Shukat as Sufi, Palestine 10,677 31.26 34.2826
54 Tammun, Palestine 10,230 32.2835 35.3837
55 Bayt Furik, Palestine 10,219 32.1769 35.3354
56 `Attil, Palestine 10,211 32.3694 35.0719
57 `Arrabah, Palestine 9,814 32.4052 35.2019
58 Ad Dawhah, Palestine 9,742 31.6995 35.1805
59 Silat al Harithiyah, Palestine 9,668 32.5085 35.2275
60 Taffuh, Palestine 9,591 31.5385 35.0497
61 Dayr al Ghusun, Palestine 9,298 32.3524 35.0769
62 Bayt Ula, Palestine 9,270 31.5962 35.0296
63 Khuza`ah, Palestine 9,134 31.3067 34.3611
64 Al Khadir, Palestine 9,114 31.694 35.1669
65 Bayta al Fawqa, Palestine 8,646 32.1426 35.2877
66 Qaffin, Palestine 8,600 32.4327 35.0827
67 Jaba`, Palestine 8,502 32.3241 35.2213
68 Dhannabah, Palestine 8,304 32.3134 35.0414
69 Ash Shuyukh, Palestine 8,262 31.57 35.1561
70 Bidya, Palestine 8,176 32.1146 35.0803
71 Bayt `Awwa, Palestine 8,054 31.5091 34.9494
72 Bayt Liqya, Palestine 7,906 31.8696 35.0654
73 `Azzun, Palestine 7,838 32.175 35.0575
74 `Aqraba, Palestine 7,818 32.125 35.3455
75 `Asirah ash Shamaliyah, Palestine 7,586 32.2512 35.2672
76 Kafr Ra`i, Palestine 7,387 32.374 35.1545
77 Qatanah, Palestine 7,385 31.8337 35.1189
78 `Anabta, Palestine 7,217 32.3079 35.1169
79 Qabalan, Palestine 7,154 32.1018 35.2894
80 Silwad, Palestine 7,117 31.9762 35.2613
81 Kharas, Palestine 6,996 31.6148 35.0417
82 Maythalun, Palestine 6,915 32.348 35.2745
83 Dayr Dibwan, Palestine 6,803 31.9111 35.2666
84 `Illar, Palestine 6,792 32.3702 35.1071
85 Bal`a, Palestine 6,656 32.3339 35.1116
86 Al Mughraqah, Palestine 6,559 31.4659 34.4121
87 Bir Zayt, Palestine 6,509 31.9696 35.1941
88 Nahhalin, Palestine 6,326 31.6856 35.1208
89 An Nasr, Palestine 6,322 31.2814 34.3025
90 Za`tarah, Palestine 6,321 31.6736 35.2566
91 Oranit, Palestine 6,316 32.1316 34.9909
92 Biddu, Palestine 6,291 31.8348 35.1495
93 Jamma`in, Palestine 6,269 32.1316 35.204
94 Dayr Samit, Palestine 6,255 31.5206 34.9744
95 Az Zaytuniyah, Palestine 6,218 31.954 35.1624
96 Silat az Zahr, Palestine 6,190 32.3193 35.1842
97 `Abasan al Jadidah, Palestine 6,095 31.3416 34.3459
98 Hablah, Palestine 6,056 32.1652 34.9775
99 Hizma, Palestine 6,027 31.8334 35.2631
100 Bayt Lid, Palestine 5,851 32.2609 35.1317
101 Birqin, Palestine 5,841 32.4546 35.2608
102 Bayt Kahil, Palestine 5,774 31.5701 35.065
103 Huwwarah, Palestine 5,744 32.1522 35.2567
104 `Awarta, Palestine 5,674 32.1611 35.2839
105 Husan, Palestine 5,646 31.7093 35.1348
106 Dayr Abu Da`if, Palestine 5,617 32.456 35.3616
107 Al Fukhkhari, Palestine 5,575 31.2928 34.3306
108 Bani Zayd, Palestine 5,552 32.0392 35.1032
109 Sinjil, Palestine 5,482 32.0333 35.2654
110 Jannatah, Palestine 5,459 31.6696 35.2196
111 Kharbatha al Misbah, Palestine 5,252 31.8855 35.0718
112 Bani Zayd ash Sharqiyah, Palestine 5,126 32.0494 35.1659

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