Jericho (/ ˈdʒɛrɪkoʊ / JERR-ik-oh; Arabic: أريحا, romanized: Arīḥā, IPA: [ʔaˈriːħaː] ⓘ) is a city in the West Bank, Palestine, and the capital of the Jericho Governorate. [4] The city is located in the Jordan …

Oct 31, 2025 · Jericho is a West Bank town that is one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in the world and thus also a site of great archaeological importance. The town is perhaps most …

4 days ago · Some cities are remembered for their monuments, others for their legends. Jericho stands out for both. Known widely as the site of Joshua’s famous biblical battle, the City of Jericho is far …

Jan 4, 2022 · In the Bible, Jericho is best known as the location of an astonishing miracle God performed. Jericho was the first city conquered by Israel after crossing the Jordan River and …

Oct 10, 2023 · Here is everything that you need to know about the ancient city of Jericho, a city generally accepted by scholars as one of the oldest in human history.

May 2, 2025 · Jericho, known as the “city of palms” in the Hebrew Scriptures, emerges in the New Testament as a significant locale in the Jordan Valley, associated with Jesus’ ministry and the …

Mar 30, 2025 · Jericho, often hailed as one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, stands as a testament to humanity's enduring quest for settlement, security, and civilization.

For those interested in delving deeper into the rich tapestry of Jericho’s past and present, our comprehensive Jericho Travel Guide offers practical information on how to explore the city, from its …

Jericho frequently appears as an enduring backdrop in biblical narratives, connecting both Old Testament conquest accounts and New Testament ministry events. Its repeated mention reminds …

The site of Jericho is best known for its identity in the Bible, and this has drawn pilgrims and explorers to it as early as the 4th century C.E.; serious archaeological exploration didn’t begin until the latter half …