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Palestine — silhouette, capital and facts
Palestine is in Asia and its capital is Ramallah. With about 5.3 million people and 6,020 km², it ranks 163rd in area and 118th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Palestine, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Ramallah
- Continent
- Asia
- Population
- about 5.3 million
- Area
- 6,020 km²
- Language
- Arabic
- Currency
- New shekel
- Flag colors
- black, white, green, red
Borders
Palestine shares a land border with 3 countries: Israel, Jordan, Egypt.
Fun facts about Palestine
- Jericho is often cited as one of the world's oldest cities, with over 10,000 years of settlement.
- The northwestern shore of the Dead Sea, the lowest point on land on Earth, lies in the West Bank.
- Tatreez, traditional embroidery with motifs that vary by village, was recognized by UNESCO in 2021.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Palestine?
The capital of Palestine is Ramallah.
Which continent is Palestine in?
Palestine is in Asia.
Which countries border Palestine?
Palestine shares a land border with 3 countries: Israel, Jordan, Egypt.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Palestine?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Palestine is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Palestine?
Jericho is often cited as one of the world's oldest cities, with over 10,000 years of settlement. The northwestern shore of the Dead Sea, the lowest point on land on Earth, lies in the West Bank. Tatreez, traditional embroidery with motifs that vary by village, was recognized by UNESCO in 2021.
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