Qalqilya: Beautiful Scenery, Specialised Food
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The city of Qalqilya, located northeast of the West Bank, has its roots and its origins in the Canaanite era. The name Qalqilya goes back to the Roman time, and European medieval sources, like its contemporary residents, refer to it as "Kalkilya".Qalqilya has a temperate, Mediterranean climate : rainy and warm in winter and hot in the summer with humidity levels reaching 70 percent during July and August. Annual average rainfall is 550 millimeters.A local council was first established in Qalqilya in 1909 during the last decade of the Ottoman rule. Its first municipal council was established in 1945.The city has a large stadium, which hosts national competitions and tournaments. The city also boasts the only zoo in Palestine which was established in 1986 and comprises 20,000 square meters. The same complex houses an entertainment park, which includes electric cars, trains and other entertainment for children.During a vist to Qalqilya, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery, the specialized food and spend a relaxing day in the country.
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