Gaza Governorate, Administrative district in Gaza Strip, Palestine
Gaza Governorate is the central administrative district of the Gaza Strip located along the Mediterranean coast, anchored by Gaza City as its main urban center. The region contains residential neighborhoods, refugee settlements, and civic infrastructure distributed throughout its compact territory.
The region underwent major transformations in the mid-20th century, resulting in significant population movements and changes to its territorial administration. These shifts shaped the current structure and composition of the district.
The district maintains active educational centers and traditional customs despite limitations, with a population density reaching 9,300 people per square kilometer.
Access to this region requires prior planning and awareness of current local conditions and restrictions. Visitors should contact local authorities or organizations for guidance before planning any visit.
The administrative region recorded a population increase from 505,700 to 652,597 between 2006 and 2017, reflecting substantial demographic growth.
Location: Gaza Strip
Capital city: Gaza City
GPS coordinates: 31.52000,34.45000
Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:41
Church of Saint Porphyrius
2.1 km
Al Jalaa Tower
630 m
The Black Arrow monument
9.9 km
Gaza synagogue
1.7 km
Qasr al-Basha
2.3 km
Sayed al-Hashim Mosque
1.8 km
ANZAC Memorial
8 km
Tell Jemmeh
14.8 kmRAF Gaza
5.3 km
Gaza War Cemetery
3.2 km
Assaf Siboni lookout
10.6 km
Ibn Marwan Mosque
2.5 km
Ibn Uthman Mosque
2.9 km
Sulfur Quarry of Be'eri
11 km
Tell es-Sakan
2.2 km
Rashad Shawa Cultural Center
470 m
Armistice houses
9.9 km
בארות בנגב
8.2 km
A Fortress facing Gaza
9.1 km
Beeri IDF Temporary Military Cemetery Monument
11 km
Be'eri Water Tower
11.4 km
Old beeri
10.1 km
الشليهات
2.2 kmAl Muşaddar
14 km
Nabiya Meri lookout
9.7 kmAl Muntazah al Baladī
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