The Customs and Rituals of Ramadan

Season 1 • Episode 11 • 15m

The holy month of Ramadan is one of the most important of these occasions, as it brings together, over thirty blessed days, most of the components of Palestinian culture and the principles of Islamic religion. This includes food, clothing, religious rituals, ethical values, as well as many expressions of joy and happiness. Palestinians in various cities and villages experience and perform the rituals of the holy month of Ramadan. The streets and homes are adorned with colorful crescents, bright strings of lights, and large lanterns that grace the ancient alleys.

Refugee Camps

Season 1 • Episode 13 • 16m

Since the Nakba in 1948, Palestinians have been living a recurring tragedy. Approximately seventy-five percent of the Palestinian population was uprooted and displaced from their land and roots, with many forced to leave their cities and villages in search of temporary new settlements. A life restricted to tents was the fate of these people during that period. They created makeshift communities under harsh conditions while waiting for better circumstances. Over time, these tents turned into camps after their residents spent a lifetime waiting.

Mosques

Season 1 • Episode 14 • 16m

The mosques of Palestine, are among the most important mosques in the world, with their construction starting immediately after the Islamic conquest during the reign of Caliph Umar ibn Al-Khattab. Over time, stones and plaster were used in the construction of the mosque's walls, courtyards, and columns. With time the number of mosques present in the country would increase, and during the Umayyad Caliphate, there would be a wave of diversity in their structural appearance.

Eid al Fitr

Season 1 • Episode 15 • 12m

The mosques of Palestine, are among the most important mosques in the world, with their construction starting immediately after the Islamic conquest during the reign of Caliph Umar ibn Al-Khattab. Over time, stones and plaster were used in the construction of the mosque's walls, courtyards, and columns. With time the number of mosques present in the country would increase, and during the Umayyad Caliphate, there would be a wave of diversity in their structural appearance.

Traditional Crafts and Industries

Season 1 • Episode 9 • 16m

Traditional industries and crafts occupy a significant place in many Palestinian cities, reflecting a historical continuum and often an inherited legacy. These industries are based on the principle of transforming the raw materials that are abundant in the country into artisanal products with a distinct heritage and deep historical significance. For centuries, crafts and handmade industries have shaped part of Palestine's intellectual and material heritage. They have been and continue to be the bridges connecting the country's present to its past, reflecting its identity, authenticity, and the melding of its people with it.

Tourist Sites – Historical and Archeological Tourism Part 2

Season 1 • Episode 8 • 16m

On the outskirts of the deep blue seas and atop the hills sloping down to its shores, the ancient heritage of Palestine comes to life—a history that speaks, a present that sings, and landmarks that lead us to the first tale. The geographical distribution of all these archaeological sites today provides a rich environment for tourists, explorers, and researchers to narrate more stories of civilizations deeply rooted in this land.

Industries

Season 1 • Episode 7 • 16m

Palestine once experienced a period of economic growth before the Nakba, during which the country embraced many globally recognized industries. Major cities like Jerusalem, Jaffa, and Nablus were centers of this growth, surpassing many neighboring countries in the number of industrial facilities and workers. Despite the difficulties and challenges facing the Palestinian industry today, and considering the constraints and blockade imposed by the occupation, its products have managed to find outlets in major global markets.

Topography and Nature

Season 1 • Episode 6 • 15m

In Palestine, all types of natural landscapes converge in one geographical area – a sea, plains, beaches, mountains, valleys, plateaus, hills, meadows, deserts, and springs. This unique combination and interplay of geographical features have shaped a comprehensive ecosystem in Palestine, creating a diverse and distinct climate that allows for hundreds of plant and animal species to flourish and prosper.