Historic site · Palestinian Territories
Hisham's Palace
Early Islamic archaeological site near Jericho, West Bank, Palestine
About Hisham's Palace
Hisham's Palace, also known as Khirbat al-Mafjar, is an important early Islamic archaeological site in the city of Jericho, in the West Bank in Palestine. Built by the Umayyad dynasty in the first half of the 8th century, it is one of the so-called Umayyad desert castles. It is located 3 kilometres (2 mi) north of Jericho's city center, in an area governed by the Palestinian National Authority (PNA). The palace was used until the 11th century, and it may have been destroyed by an earthquake in 1033.
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Best time to visit
Best time to go: January, March, November
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Hisham's Palace
Where is Hisham's Palace?
Hisham's Palace is in Palestinian Territories.
When is the best time to visit Hisham's Palace?
The most comfortable months to visit Hisham's Palace are January, March, November: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Hisham's Palace?
Yes. The 2-day Amman plan is about 45 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
How can I plan a trip to Hisham's Palace?
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