Jenin
Discover Jenin
The name of Jenin is derived from the biblical Ein Ganim and means the spring of gardens. Surprisingly many people in Jenin speak German, which is probably due to the Cinema Jenin. The most logical way to enter would be to fly into Ben Gurion International Airport in Israel, take a taxi or mini-bus to Damascus Gate in Jerusalem, from there at one of Arab bus stations take bus 18 to Ramallah (₪6.50, less than an hour), cross into Ramallah and take a shared taxi from the central bus station to Jenin (₪35, 1.5-2 h).
Taste of Jenin...
There is plenty of Middle Eastern cuisine available; falafel, shawarma, hummus, the works. There are a couple of excellent places near the bus station where the food is made on the spot. There are many coffee vendors and you can find alcoholic drinks in Zababdeh village near the city. Similar to how to #Get in to Jenin, it is also possible to leave. From the central taxi station, it is easy to travel to many locations within the West Bank.
Essential Information
Getting There
Multiple OptionsThe 32.46120535.2984071 Jenin Bus Station is right in the centre. The most logical way to enter would be to fly into Ben Gurion International Airport in Israel, take a taxi or mini-bus to Damascus Gate in Jerusalem, from there at one of Arab bus stations take bus 18 to Ramallah (₪6.50, less than an hour), cross into Ramallah and take a shared taxi from the central bus station to Jenin (₪35, 1.5-2 h). From Nablus one can take a service (shared) taxi for ₪15 or a bus for ₪10. To the Israeli side of the border, taxis from Nazareth cost ₪150 and from Afula ₪40-50. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nazareth to Afula for ₪10.90. From Afula there another bus (#52) to the border for ₪7.40. You then cross on foot and take a (shared) taxi or hitchhike the rest of the distance. Walking is a practical mode of getting around, taxis can be hired as needed, especially when visiting the interesting sights of the West Bank around....
Getting Around & Staying
Getting Around
Walking is a practical mode of getting around, taxis can be hired as needed, especially when visiting the interesting sights of the West Bank around. The following popular sights of the West Bank (read here) can conveniently be visited along the road south to/from Jenin when arriving/leaving (even when hitch-hiking): St. George Church (Burqin), Tel Dothan and Arraba village. Furthermore, Umm Al Rihan forest and Zababdeh village of the West Bank are close by and worth a visit. Be sure to take advantage of the great bargains that can be found in the many shops. These are great places to find souvenirs! There is plenty of Middle Eastern cuisine available; falafel, shawarma, hummus, the works. There are a couple of excellent places near the bus station where the food is made on the spot. There are many coffee vendors and you can find alcoholic drinks in Zababdeh village near the city. Similar to how to #Get in to Jenin, it is also possible to leave.
Where to Stay
Similar to how to #Get in to Jenin, it is also possible to leave. From the central taxi station, it is easy to travel to many locations within the West Bank.
Money & Budget
Be sure to take advantage of the great bargains that can be found in the many shops. These are great places to find souvenirs! There is plenty of Middle Eastern cuisine available; falafel, shawarma, hummus, the works. There are a couple of excellent places near the bus station where the food is made on the spot. There are many coffee vendors and you can find alcoholic drinks in Zababdeh village near the city. Similar to how to #Get in to Jenin, it is also possible to leave. From the central taxi station, it is easy to travel to many locations within the West Bank.
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Glimpses of Jenin
a dog is standing in the doorway of a destroyed building
a pair of sandals sitting on top of a bed
a man standing in the middle of a street
Arab American University Jenin. AAUJ
amazing sunset from Palestine nature
Arab American University – AAUP the first private university in Palestine. was founded in 2000 and it provides BA, MA and PhD degree programs.
a dog is standing in the doorway of a destroyed building
a pair of sandals sitting on top of a bed
a man standing in the middle of a street
Arab American University Jenin. AAUJ
amazing sunset from Palestine nature
Arab American University – AAUP the first private university in Palestine. was founded in 2000 and it provides BA, MA and PhD degree programs.
a dog is standing in the doorway of a destroyed building