Posted on Aug 06, 2025 / Travel

Jericho is considered the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world, with settlements dating back over 10,000 years. It lies near the Jordan River in the West Bank. Archaeological finds include ancient city walls and towers from the Neolithic era. Jericho appears frequently in biblical accounts. Its location below sea level makes it one of the lowest cities on Earth. The city has been under various empires including Canaanite, Roman, and Ottoman. Ancient Jericho is a major site for biblical archaeology.
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