Want to learn about Palestine? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts — all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about Palestine
| Capital | Ramallah |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Population | 5,300,000 |
| Languages | Arabic |
| Currency | Egyptian pound |
| National symbol | Palestine Sunbird |
| Famous food | Musakhan |
In Palestine, people often speak Arabic. A friendly way to say hello is "Marhaba". 👋
Fun facts about Palestine for kids
- The ancient city of Jericho is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on Earth!
- Olive trees are extremely important to Palestinian agriculture, and some are hundreds of years old!
- The Dead Sea, which borders the territory, is the lowest point on Earth and you can float on it effortlessly!
- The Keffiyeh is a traditional scarf that has become an important symbol of cultural identity.
- Dabke is the national folk dance, performed with extreme energy in lines or circles.
Famous places in Palestine
- Church of the Nativity
- Al-Aqsa Mosque
- Hisham's Palace
Nature and symbols of Palestine
- Palestine Sunbird
- National sport: Football
Going to Palestine with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Practise saying hello the local way: "Marhaba".
- Find Ramallah, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag 🇵🇸 so your child can find it when you land.
- Try a taste of Musakhan at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Church of the Nativity.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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