This Week in Palestine - Book Review
Issue no. 23 - March 2000
 
Palestine: The Holy Land

PECDAR 1999
The Palestinian National Authority
130 pages full color with pictures and Glossary of terms
Price: NIS 50
For orders: The Technical Assistance and training department PECDAR Tel: (02) 2362366, 2362370

A stunning reproduction in full color of Palestine: its culture, history, and current attractions, "Palestine the Holy Land" is an extremely informative book containing various maps of Palestine, information on the main cities, historic sites, and tourist attractions (including the Casino). Palestinian culture is presented through poetry, music, proverbs, handicrafts, books, cuisine. A full page is dedicated to the Arabic alphabet. The book also contains useful phone numbers and tips for tourists and visitors. An indispensable book for any visitor who wants to get an immediate feel for the country, its people, history, and culture.

 
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