Masar Ibrahim al-Khalil 

  

Walk a Path of History Experience Nature and Hospitality 

 

 

Masar Ibrahim Al-Khalil is a long distance, cultural walking route in Palestine. The trail is 321 km long and extends from the village of Rummana northwest of Jenin to Beit Mirsim southwest of Al-Haram Al-Ibrahimi (Ibrahimi Mosque) in Hebron. The trail passes through 53 cities and villages where hikers, walkers and travelers can experience the legendary Palestinian hospitality. 

The Masar Ibrahim is more than just a hiking trail. It is a means of meeting and making connections between Palestinians and hikers from all over the world. It invites hikers to change their perspectives by discovering the common values they share with new acquaintances along the way, all while experiencing the beautiful natural environment of Palestine.  

 

As-Sura to Adh-Dhahiriya  Distance: 13.50 km | Time: 4-5 hours 

Challenge: Moderate 

After passing through the rural areas surrounding As-Sura, the path to Adh-Dhahriya, leads through evergreen pine forests. It continues towards Khirbet Rabud, the only major Late Bronze Age archaeological site in the mountains around Hebron. At the end of the 19th century the area was inhabited again. The inhabitants made use of the caves for protection, at first temporary and then permanent residences. However, the Ottoman village of Rabud has been left to decay since 1970’s. Yet the ruins are some of the best preserved examples of vernacular architecture in the mountains around Hebron. The new village of Raboud is built nearby. 

 

What to wear? - Broken-in hiking shoes - Suncream, sunglasses and a hat - Comfortable and light clothes 

(covering arms and knees)  What to take in your backpack? 

- At least 3 liters of water - A snack - Your passport - A camera - Personal medications - Warmer blouse 

** Your community trekking guide will be equipped with a first aid kit. 

 

Later, a long portion of the trail passes through the picturesque Wadi Nar to reach Adh-Dhahriya. According to local tradition, Ad-Dhahriya was founded in thirteenth century by the Mamluk ruler Al-Malik al-Dhahir Baibars, after whom the village was named. However, archaeological findings confirm that the site was inhabited before this time. A well-conserved fortress from the Hellenistic or early Roman period is can also be found in the village. Nevertheless, Adh-Dhahriya’s historic core, with its narrow streets and small domed stone houses, is a well-preserved example of an architectural complex that dates to Ottoman times in Palestine. Before the houses were constructed, probably during the sixteenth or seventeenth century, the villagers used to live in caves that currently can be found beneath the old town. 

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