Al Bīrah
in West Bank, Palestinian Territory

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
31.910 and 35.216 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 31° 54' 36" and E 35° 12' 59"
Currency and Currency Code:
Shekel - ILS
Spoken languages:
Arabic
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 05:40 PM (Sunday)
Timezone: Asia/Hebron
UTC/GMT offset: 2 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
6:10 am and 4:38 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-27.600 and -144.317 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Area
References
This place on Geonames.org
Current travel safety evaluation for Palestinian Territory in Western Asia

Safety Score: 4,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning please reconsider your need to travel to Palestinian Territory.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning Palestinian Territory. Last Update: 2024-08-13 08:21:03

Delve into Al Bīrah

Al Bīrah in West Bank with it's 38,192 habitants is a town located in Palestinian Territory about 3,184 mi (or 5,125 km) north-east of , the country's capital town.

Time in Al Bīrah is now 05:40 PM (Sunday). The local timezone is named Asia / Hebron with an UTC offset of 2 hours. We know of 11 airports closer to Al Bīrah, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest is airport we know is Ben Gurion International Airport in Israel in a distance of 21 mi (or 33 km). Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in Palestinian Territory is Birthplace of Jesus: Church of the Nativity and the Pilgrimage Route, Bethlehem in a distance of 14 mi (or 23 km), South. We saw 8 points of interest near this location. In need of a room? We compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Since you are here already, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Jerusalem, Jericho, Karney Shomron, Ramla and Ash Shunah al Janubiyah. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 18°C / 65 °F

Morning Temperature 11°C / 52 °F
Evening Temperature 16°C / 60 °F
Night Temperature 14°C / 58 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 34%
Air Pressure 1016 hPa
Wind Speed Gentle Breeze with 8 km/h (5 mph) from South-East
Cloud Conditions Scattered clouds, covering 27% of sky
General Conditions Scattered clouds

Monday, 18th of November 2024

16°C (60 °F)
11°C (53 °F)
Light rain, fresh breeze, scattered clouds.

Tuesday, 19th of November 2024

15°C (59 °F)
12°C (54 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Wednesday, 20th of November 2024

16°C (61 °F)
12°C (54 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, few clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Millennium Palestine Ramallah ( formerly Moevenpick Ramallah )

Address
0,5 mi
West Bank
Rām Allāh
Palestinian Territory

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Grand Park Hotel Ramallah

Address
1,8 mi
Rafat Street, Al-Masyoun Heights, 1375
1375 Rām Allāh
Palestinian Territory

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Aladdin Hotel

Address
0,8 mi
Al Bireh, Ras Al Tahouneh Street
Ramallah
Palestinian Territory

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Garden Suite

Address
1,8 mi
10 Burda
97800 Ramallah
Palestinian Territory

Time Information

Checkout: 13:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

RAMALLAH SNOW - TIME LAPSE

Published: January 09, 2015
Length: 34:06 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Jihad Qade

ثلوج رام الله - الطيرة - بيتونيا - رام الله التحتا.


Directions Prank In Ramallah كاميرة خفية في رام الله

Published: March 08, 2015
Length: 02:45 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Yahya Qandild

مقلب في رام الله مزحة في رام الله subscribe to my channel : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1lV... follow me on: instagram: http://instagram.com/qandild_d fasebook:...


Travel

Published: January 19, 2015
Length: 25:28 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Maher Shawamreh


Lumion 3.0 - The Old City of Ramallah

Published: September 08, 2013
Length: 16:26 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Mahmoud Aljamal

Model and texture with sketchup Rendered in Lumion Local Architecture project in the old city of Ramallah - Palestine.


Ramallah Heavy Snowfall March 2, 2012

Published: March 03, 2012
Length: 29:02 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: RamallahWeather R.W.F.

Ramallah Heavy Snowfall March 2, 2012.


Palestine - Ramallah 2010 فلسطين - رام الله

Published: December 27, 2010
Length: 54:26 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: mgoyt


Silicon Wadi in the West Bank | Made in Germany

Published: August 22, 2012
Length: 52:15 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: DW (English)

In Ramallah's up-and-coming Silicon Wadi, young Palestinian IT professionals are finding new business opportunities. However, they have to work to counteract the negative image that continues...


رام اللـــــــــه

Published: November 14, 2013
Length: 38:13 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Ramallah a7la

فيديو جميل لمدينه رام الله 2013 خاص بصفحه رام الله احلا https://www.facebook.com/ramallah.a7la.


Israeli military shot dead a 17-year-old Palestinian

Published: January 16, 2013
Length: 58:12 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: teleSUR English

The Israeli military shot dead a 17-year-old Palestinian during clashes near the central West Bank city of Ramallah, Palestinian officials said. An investiga...


Palestine Youth Orchestra - Antonin Dvorak - Symphony No.9 (New World Symphony), 4th movement

Published: October 14, 2013
Length: 51:07 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Layan Nijim

28 August 2013 The Cultural Palace, Ramallah Palestine Antonin Dvorak - Symphony No.9 (New World Symphony), 4th movement Palestine Youth Orchestra Conducted By: Sian Edwards.


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Mukataa

See muqata'ah for the Ottoman instrument for financing state expenses. 50x40pxThis article needs additional citations for verification. Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. Mukataa is the name used to refer to the offices and administrative centers of the Palestinian National Authority.

Located at 31.9123, 35.2086 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Israeli–Palestinian conflict, Arabic words and phrases, Buildings and structures in the West Bank, Palestinian National Authority, Ramallah, Tegart forts

Khalil Sakakini Cultural Center

Khalil Sakakini Cultural Center (مركز خليل سكاكيني الثقافي) is an organization established in 1996. It is located at 4 Raja Street, Ramallah in the West Bank. The traditional manor that houses the centre was the former family home of Khalil Salem Salah, the mayor of Ramallah between 1947/1951, is now owned by the Palestinian Ministry of Culture. The Centre is a non- governmental, non-profit organization (NGO) dedicated to the promotion of arts and culture in Palestine.

Located at 31.8986, 35.2018 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Ramallah, Palestinian culture, Visitor attractions in the Palestinian territories

Ramallah Friends Schools

The Ramallah Friends Schools are two elite Private Schools founded by Quakers in the city of Ramallah, in the West Bank. The Friends Girls' School was inaugurated in 1869; the construction of the Friends Boy's School began in 1901 and opened in 1918. The Schools were run by American Quakers. The schools are now co-educational and divided into Senior and Junior sections; a Meeting House was built in 1910.

Located at 31.9037, 35.1993 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Quaker schools, International Baccalaureate schools in the Palestinian territories, Educational institutions established in 1869, Educational institutions established in 1901, Organizations based in Israel, Non-governmental organizations involved in the Israeli–Palestinian conflict, Ramallah, Schools in the West Bank

Mateh Binyamin Regional Council

Mateh Binyamin Regional Council is a regional council covering 42 Israeli settlements in the southern Samarian hills of the West Bank. The seat of the council is Psagot. The council is named for the ancient Israelite tribe of Benjamin, whose territory roughly corresponds to that of the council. In November 2007, Avi Roeh was elected head of the council. The previous head, Pinchas Wallerstein stepped down after being in the position for 28 years.

Located at 31.9003, 35.2229 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Mateh Binyamin Regional Council, Regional councils in Israel

Al-Quds Open University

Al-Quds Open University is an administratively, academically and financially independent public university. According to the university's website, it was established in Amman, Jordan, by a decree issued by the Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO) and started operating in the Palestinian territories in 1991. http://www. qou. edu/homePage/english/index. jsp?pageId=4 QOU is the only open distance education institute in the Palestinian territories.

Located at 31.9131, 35.1994 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Educational institutions established in 1991, Universities and colleges in the Palestinian territories, Gaza Strip

Al-Kasaba Theatre

Al-Kasaba Theatre is a cinema in the city of Ramallah in the West Bank. It was established in 1970 for playwrights and eventually began presenting films. Al-Kasaba is the only official multipurpose cinema in the Palestinian territories.

Located at 31.9025, 35.2039 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Theatres in the Palestinian National Authority, Buildings and structures in the West Bank, Ramallah, Palestinian cinema

American School of Palestine

The American School of Palestine is an k-12 bilingual school in al-Bireh and Ramallah, West Bank, Palestine.

Located at 31.9228, 35.2106 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Educational institutions established in 1995, Ramallah, Schools in the Palestinian territories, Schools in the West Bank

Jamal Abdel Nasser Mosque

Jamal Abdel Nasser Mosque is the largest mosque in Ramallah, in the central West Bank. Located in the Downtown district of the city, the mosque is named after the late Egyptian president and Arab leader Gamal Abdel Nasser. On March 14, 2002, the Israeli Army (IDF) took over the mosque and used its minaret for sniping, killing four Palestinians.

Located at 31.904, 35.2075 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Mosques in the West Bank, Ramallah


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Bīre, Al Bira, Be-ēroth, Bīra, Bīrah, El Bīra, Be-ērot, Al Bīrah, البيرة, Аль-Бира