The small village of Zawiya is tucked away unassumingly amid farmland and olive groves. With just a smattering of small shops, Zawiya is a quiet place with an attractive central street lined with a stone wall. It is located in Jenin governorate.
Population: 770 (2007)
The governorate capital, Jenin is a buzzing city which is surprisingly big on culture and adventure. Nearby Burqin is a beautiful spot also not to be missed.
Jenin is home to a range of sit-down restaurants, as well as some of the tastiest shawarma joints in Palestine.
There are several hotels in Jenin, as well as a hostel which is popular with travellers called Cinema Jenin Guesthouse.