Judea and Samaria Area

This administrative territory covers a hilly landscape with deep valleys that extends between the Jerusalem area and the Jordan Valley. The topography alternates between ridges and lowlands, with many settlements positioned along the slopes or in the plains.

Israel assumed administration after the war in 1967, when the territory had been under Jordanian control. Various powers had ruled over this area across many centuries before that point.

The region contains numerous archaeological excavations revealing ancient settlements, including remains of the First and Second Temple periods dating back 3000 years.

Travelers should carry their documents and check current safety advisories, as different zones are subject to different regulations. Access to certain locations may be restricted or tied to specific conditions depending on the situation.

This territory has a particularly high density of archaeological sites, many of which are still being excavated. Some of these sites sit directly next to present-day settlements and are visible to visitors.