Dar Zahran Heritage Building
Dar Zahran Heritage Building
Dar Zahran Heritage Building
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11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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1- Dar Zahran Heritage Building: Attractive, historic building with a unique history. For 250 years, this building has been the property of the Ramallite Dar Zahran Jaghab family, serving as a family home, guest chamber, and the place of residence of Ramallah's" Mukhtar" (leader). It includes an art gallery, a photo gallery of Ramallah from 1850 to 1979, a souvenir shop and a Fair Trade corner selling authentic Palestinian food products, embroidery and jewelry. Visit Dar Zahran to experience a journey through centuries of Arab Christian life in Palestine. Location: Old City, opposite Arab Bank branch Al- Balad branch- Ramallah Al-Tahta. 2- Tarfidia is considered to be a historic area of great significance to Palestinian heritage in the city of Ramallah. The name Tarfidia originates from Latin, meaning faithful and sincere. This narrow valley is situated between two mountains, in which ancient Roman olive trees flourish, as well as pine, oak, eucalyptus, figs, peaches, almonds, apricots, grape vines and wild herbs such as thyme and sage. Ruins in Tarfidia indicate that it was once the site of a Roman village. In the valley there are rock carvings and wildlife, as well as "palaces" that serve agricultural purposes. Referred to as al-manatir, these are important historical monuments to the traditional lives of Palestinian society. There was also a spring of water that used to provide fresh, pure water to the area. The continued survival of Tarfidia as an authentic ecological microcosm is under threat from dwindling water supplies, urban development and competition for land. We invite you to visit Tarfidia, and to experience Palestinian cultural and historical heritage in this area.
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Yulia
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Dec 2022 • Friends
If you are in Ramallah, make sure you visit this incredible place. Dar Zahran Heritage Building is one of the most beautiful and welcoming places I have been to. There is a great art exhibition and traditional Palestinian architecture, ceramics. We were kindly greeted by the owner of this place with coffee, tee and biscuits. I am still amazed by the incredible Palestinian hospitality.
Written February 1, 2023
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Niveen G
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Sep 2022 • Couples
Dar Zahran is a beautiful Palestinian heritage, museum and art gallery. We were welcomed by it’s owner Zahran who is very friendly and nice person. He made us Arabic coffee and offered biscuits while telling us about the history of the place and shared a great conversation.
Thanks you so much for the great experience! Highly recommended.
Neveen and Alejandro
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Thanks you so much for the great experience! Highly recommended.
Neveen and Alejandro
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Written September 7, 2022
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Maz
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Oct 2022
An absolute must-visit in Ramallah!
There is great art, great coffee and locally produced goods and souvenirs.
Zahran is preserving a snapshot of Palestinian heritage here and is always happy to answer any questions you may have openly and honestly (he also makes great olive oil).
Thank you Zahran for your time and hospitality!
There is great art, great coffee and locally produced goods and souvenirs.
Zahran is preserving a snapshot of Palestinian heritage here and is always happy to answer any questions you may have openly and honestly (he also makes great olive oil).
Thank you Zahran for your time and hospitality!
Written December 29, 2022
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Caitlin B
3 contributions
Jun 2022 • Business
I visited twice whilst over in Ramallah for a dance festival; once with my mother and then again with my dance company. A wonderful example of Palestinian hospitality and history and a little sanctuary in bustling Ramallah. Well worth a visit with a great little gift shop with the dancers loved!
Written August 15, 2022
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Terence D
Mississauga, Canada13 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
How wonderful that the history and culture of the Palestinians is being preserved in this beautiful and charming home converted into a museum. The owner was detailed in explaining life as it was a century ago. Very informative and enjoyable. A must to-do in Ramallah.
Written July 6, 2023
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Maria_Zyryanova
Dubai, United Arab Emirates219 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Such a beautiful and vibrant place with the kindhearted owner. Zahran hosted us in his family house which is 250+ years old. This house has seen so much and you can feel that it’s walls remember different times.
Nicely groomed and well maintained, this building is definitely must visit.
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Nicely groomed and well maintained, this building is definitely must visit.
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Written August 24, 2023
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Sonia Shah
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia17 contributions
Aug 2022 • Solo
Really enjoyed my visit to Dar Zahran. Zahran gave me a lot of his time and he gives you a good insight into the current situation in Palestine . His heritage centre is worth visiting and insightful . Worth the visit if you want to have a great interaction with a local
Written August 15, 2022
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Hella A
2 contributions
May 2022
Truly an important building for Ramallah and Palestine. I am very grateful to have the opportunity to be enriched by the knowledge, kindness and work by this man. This is a palestinian heritage building, a cultural place, a museum and place for good conversations and enrichment.
Written August 25, 2022
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Alexandra A
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Jun 2022 • Solo
Dar Zahran Heritage Building is a must seen if you are in Ramallah. The host is so nice and you can learn from the history of Palestine over a cup of tea and cookies. Inside there are paintings, pictures of how was life in Palestine long ago. You can also get nice souvenirs from the shop. It is a place, to learn, chat and take a break while visiting the city. Totally recommended :)
Written August 14, 2022
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Sameer J
Palestinian Territories1 contribution
Sep 2022 • Couples
Zaharan was so welcoming and hospitable! He gave us tea and biscuits while telling us about the history of his beautiful family house. He also helped us with directions and was just generally a very sweet man. Thank you for the great experience, we recommend! - CAjsA and Sameer
Written September 6, 2022
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