Palestine 🇵🇸
Palestine 🇵🇸: capital Ramallah, population 5.5 million, located in Asia. Currency: Israeli Shekel & Jordanian Dinar. Discover flag, language, neighbors and fun facts — then play the Name the Nations geography game!
Quick Facts
- Capital: Ramallah
- Population: 5.5 million
- Continent: Asia
- Language: Arabic
- Currency: Israeli Shekel & Jordanian Dinar
Geography at a Glance
- Official name: State of Palestine
- Area: 6,220 km² (2,402 sq mi)
- Region: Western Asia
- Has a coastline
- People: Palestinian
- Internet domain: .ps
Fun Facts About Palestine
- Recognized as a state by around 145 of the world's countries and holds UN observer status.
- Made up of two separate areas: the West Bank and the Gaza Strip.
- Home to Jericho, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palestine known for?
Palestine is known for several things — Recognized as a state by around 145 of the world's countries and holds UN observer status; Made up of two separate areas: the West Bank and the Gaza Strip; Home to Jericho, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on Earth.
How big is Palestine?
Palestine covers about 6,220 square kilometers (2,402 square miles), in the Western Asia region.
Is Palestine landlocked?
No. Palestine has a coastline and shares land borders with 3 neighboring countries.
What are people from Palestine called?
People from Palestine are called Palestinian.
What is the capital of Palestine?
The capital of Palestine is Ramallah.
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