Place Name
Galilee Region, Upper (الجليل)Place Description
The historic **Upper Galilee region of Palestine** encompassed the mountainous northern portion of Galilee. Known for its natural beauty, the Upper Galilee includes lush landscapes, forests, and scenic vistas. Historically, the term “Upper Galilee” referred to a larger region encompassing the mountainous areas of what is today northern Israel and southern Lebanon. Its boundaries were defined by the Litani River to the north, the Mediterranean Sea to the west, Lower Galilee to the south, from which it is separated by the Beit HaKerem Valley, and the upper Jordan River and Hula Valley to the east.Also Known As
الجليلPlace Type
Historical RegionUpdated By
Wafa Ghnaim