Qalqilya

The city of Qalqilya, located northeast of the West Bank, has its roots and origins in the Canaanite period. Qalqilya The name dates back to Roman times and medieval European sources, like his contemporaries residents refer to it as "Kalkilya.


Qalqilya has a temperate Mediterranean climate: hot and rainy in winter and hot in the summer with humidity levels reach 70 percent during the months of July and August. Average annual rainfall is 550 mm.


A local council was established for the first time in Qalqilya in 1909 during the last decade of the Ottoman Empire. His first municipal council was established in 1945.


The city has a great stadium, which hosts competitions and national tournaments. The city also has the only zoo in Palestine, which was established in 1986 and comprises 20,000 square meters. The same complex houses an amusement park, including electric cars, trains and other entertainment for children.


During a visit to Qalqilya, enjoy beautiful landscapes, food and specialty spend a relaxing day at home.
Palestinian Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities