Church of Transfiguration, Ramallah

Name: Church of Transfiguration
Address: Ramallah, Israel

#5 among attractions in Ramallah

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The Church of Transfiguration in Ramallah was inaugurated in 1852. The Basilica is of Byzantine style. The church contains sacred utensils and old Icons, some of which date back to 1830 and were transferred to the church after the destruction of small churches in Ramallah as a result of persecution and several wars. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 31°54'14"N, 35°11'48"E

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Church of Transfiguration – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Khalil Sakakini Cultural Center, Al-Kasaba Theatre, Jamal Abdel Nasser Mosque, Dar Zahran Heritage Building.

0.5 miSE
Museum
Khalil Sakakini Cultural Center, Ramallah
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Ramallah, the Khalil Sakakini Cultural Center stands as a beacon of art and heritage in this vibrant city. Established in honor of the Palestinian educator and writer Khalil Sakakini, this museum is a hub for cultural dialogue and a showcase for...
0.5 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Al-Kasaba Theatre, Ramallah
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Ramallah, Al-Kasaba Theatre stands as a beacon of cultural sophistication and artistic expression in the city. This premier theatre has been an integral part of the local community, offering a stage for both local and international performances...
0.6 miE
Mosque
Jamal Abdel Nasser Mosque, Ramallah
17 min walk • The Jamal Abdel Nasser Mosque is one of the key places of Muslim worship in the city of Ramallah, located in the central part of the West Bank, in Israel. This mosque, situated in the heart of a bustling metropolis, is an important point for the local Muslim community...
~400 ftN
31°54'18"N • 35°11'48"E
Dar Zahran Heritage Building, Ramallah
2 min walk • Historical place, Museum, History museum
~780 ftE
Universities and schools
Ramallah Friends Schools, Ramallah
4 min walk • The Ramallah Friends Schools are two 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 Boys' School began in 1901 and the school opened in 1918. The Schools were run by American Quakers.
~1730 ftSE
Square
Al-Manara Square, Ramallah
9 min walk • Al-Manara Square is a town square located in Ramallah, West Bank, Palestine.
1 miS
Specialty museum, Museum, Park
Mahmoud Darwish Museum, Ramallah
25 min walk • Mahmoud Darwish was a Palestinian poet and author who was regarded as the Palestinian national poet. He won numerous awards for his works. Darwish used Palestine as a metaphor for the loss of Eden, birth and resurrection, and the anguish of dispossession and exile.
0.7 miN
Universities and schools
Al-Quds Open University, Ramallah
18 min walk • Al-Quds Open University is an independent public university. It was established in Amman, Jordan, by a decree issued by the Palestinian Liberation Organization and started operating in Palestine in 1991.

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Which popular attractions are close to Church of Transfiguration?

Nearby attractions include Dar Zahran Heritage Building, Ramallah (2 min walk), Ramallah Friends Schools, Ramallah (4 min walk), Al-Manara Square, Ramallah (9 min walk), Al-Kasaba Theatre, Ramallah (12 min walk).

How to get to Church of Transfiguration by public transport?

The nearest stations to Church of Transfiguration:

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تكاسي الطيرة (9 min walk)
موقف سيارات قلنديا والرام (13 min walk)