Place Name
al-Khalil (الخليل)Place Description
A historic Palestinian city in the southern central highlands of Palestine, situated approximately 30 km south of Jerusalem amid the limestone hills and valleys of the southern West Bank; its historic center developed around the Ibrahimi Mosque and the traditional Tomb of the Patriarchs and became an important center of trade and craft production. The surrounding landscape has long supported olive groves, vineyards, figs, almonds, and cereal cultivation, while al-Khalil became particularly known for agricultural trade and traditional crafts including glassblowing and pottery.Also Known As
الخليلPlace Type
CityMap Coordinates
Latitude
31.524422Longitude
35.109268General Notes
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POM_ID:383Updated By
Steve Benzek