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Ein Qinya (The Spring of Qinya)
A Holy Site in
Ein Qinya is a spring in a valley located north west of Ramallah near the village carrying the same name. Seven
Kilometers away from Ramallah, the spring can be reached on foot through the valleys (a 2 - hours brisk walks) or by regular transportation. The area contains olive trees and a combination of stream and mountain wide life. The area is at its best in the Spring and Autumn, and the water of the Spring is most abundant in the winter time.
Ein Qinya village existed since the time of the Romans. In 1917 the British mandate troops evicted its residents to Beitounia and Beit Yalo villages after suspecting one of the residents with killing British officer. In 1984, many Palestinians emigrated to Ein Qinya and resided there.
The are is well-known and as wild picnic area (i.e. there are no facilities whatsoever), and ideal for nature lovers and mountain climbers
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