Jericho (/ ˈdʒɛrɪkoʊ / JERR-ik-oh; Arabic: أريحا, romanized: Arīḥā, IPA: [ʔaˈriːħaː] ⓘ; Hebrew: יריחו) is a city in the West Bank, Palestine, and the capital of the Jericho Governorate. [4] The city is located in …

Jericho is a West Bank town that is one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in the world and thus also a site of great archaeological importance. The town is perhaps most famous as the site of …

The ancient city of Jericho is strategically perched near the banks of the Jordan River in the West Bank Region of the Middle East. The ancient marvel of human ingenuity has a complicated and nuanced …

Oct 10, 2023 · Here is everything that you need to know about the ancient city of Jericho, a city generally accepted by scholars as one of the oldest in human history.

Dec 27, 2025 · Jericho is prominently mentioned in biblical texts, particularly the story of Joshua. Archaeological findings have sparked debate over the historical accuracy of these accounts, …

Jericho is the key to the Land of Israel, so say the Sages. Discover its deep Jewish roots, its history, geography and traditions. Plan a visit.

Today, Jericho is celebrated globally as one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, a living testament to human civilisation that spans over ten millennia. Though it is a relatively small urban …

Jericho (Yericho in Hebrew) is an ancient city located in the desert 25 kilometers northeast from Jerusalem. Its name is etymologically linked to the Hebrew word for “fragrance.” Also known as “the …

The site of Jericho is best known for its identity in the Bible, and this has drawn pilgrims and explorers to it as early as the 4th century C.E.; serious archaeological exploration didn’t begin until the latter half …

May 2, 2025 · Jericho, known as the “city of palms” in the Hebrew Scriptures, emerges in the New Testament as a significant locale in the Jordan Valley, associated with Jesus’ ministry and the …