This tour is an alternative tour with socio-political character.
The tour will take you to the Palestinian town of Abu Dies and its places of interest. You will have the opportunity to see life behind the wall, mingle among the students at the rapidly growing university and visit the museum at the university.
In the museum you will be able to learn about the general history of Palestinian prisoners, as well as about their personal stories. The museum also exhibits some beautiful pieces of art made while in prison. (The museum provides info in both English and Arabic.)
The tour will be guided by Sheikh Ahmad Abughalia.
Note: This tour is not appropriate for children under 12.
PROGRAM
We intend to visit the following places:
* Abu Dies
* Abu Jihad Museum for the Prisoners Movement Affairs
(See pictures in the Gallery and additional info in the Resources.)
TIME SCHEDULE
10.20 (optional)
Meeting at French Hill, Jerusalem
10.30
Depart from Azzayyim (village near the checkpoint on the road Jerusalem-Ma'ale Adumim)
13.30 (approximately)
Return to Azzayyim
COSTS
Adults: NIS 90 per person
Low income, organized groups of 8 or more: NIS 75 per person
Including entrance to museum, coffee and/or tea; not including optional lunch
REGISTRATION
If you'd like to join, please contact (preferably well in advance):
Daniel Weishut, 052.3672583, daniel@weishut.com
MORE INFO
***** Please, check out our page with Important info . *****
Take a look at our pages of Resources for background info about this tour.
If you want to get the pictures, take a look at our Gallery.