Saknat az Zarqā’
in Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territory

Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
31.517 and 34.467 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 31° 31' 0" and E 34° 28' 0"
Currency and Currency Code:
Shekel - ILS
Spoken languages:
Arabic
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 12:27 PM (Thursday)
Timezone: Asia/Gaza
UTC/GMT offset: 2 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
5:34 am and 5:59 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-27.600 and -144.317 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Area
References
This place on Geonames.org
Current travel safety evaluation for Palestinian Territory in Western Asia

Safety Score: 4,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning please reconsider your need to travel to Palestinian Territory.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning Palestinian Territory. Last Update: 2024-03-28 08:18:27

Delve into Saknat az Zarqā’

Saknat az Zarqā’ in Gaza Strip is located in Palestinian Territory about 3,133 mi (or 5,042 km) north-east of , the country's capital town.

Current time in Saknat az Zarqā’ is now 12:27 PM (Thursday). The local timezone is named Asia / Gaza with an UTC offset of 2 hours. We know of 12 airports close to Saknat az Zarqā’, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest is airport we know is Be'er Sheva (Teyman) Airport in Israel in a distance of 22 mi (or 35 km). Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site is Caves of Maresha and Bet-Guvrin in the Judean Lowlands as a Microcosm of the Land of the Caves in Israel at a distance of 26 mi (or 42 km). The closest in Palestinian Territory is Palestine: Land of Olives and Vines – Cultural Landscape of Southern Jerusalem, Battir in a distance of 42 mi (or 42 km), East. We encountered 2 points of interest near this location.

While being here, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Gaza, Rafah, Beersheba, Ash Shaykh Zuwayd and Ramla. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 25°C / 77 °F

Morning Temperature 19°C / 66 °F
Evening Temperature 22°C / 72 °F
Night Temperature 19°C / 66 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 39%
Air Pressure 1016 hPa
Wind Speed Gentle Breeze with 8 km/h (5 mph) from South
Cloud Conditions Clear sky, covering 0% of sky
General Conditions Sky is clear

Friday, 29th of March 2024

22°C (72 °F)
17°C (62 °F)
Overcast clouds, moderate breeze.

Saturday, 30th of March 2024

22°C (71 °F)
19°C (65 °F)
Sky is clear, gentle breeze, clear sky.

Sunday, 31st of March 2024

22°C (72 °F)
19°C (66 °F)
Sky is clear, gentle breeze, clear sky.

Videos from this area

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Educare a Gaza (2008) - Versione integrale

Published: August 03, 2014
Length: 21:15 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: trecentoatesta documentari

C'è una profonda contraddizione nella società palestinese. Per le strade di Gaza, puoi incontrare il nostro furgone pieno di giochi e nello stesso istante incrociare lo sguardo di uomini...


Gaza als Parkourpark – Turnübungen zwischen Ruinen

Published: March 11, 2015
Length: 12:57 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: RT Deutsch

Jugendliche in Gaza haben viel Freizeit und wenig Perspektive. Inspiriert vom Graffitikünstler Banksy, der mit politischer Kunst auf Missstände in der Welt aufmerksam macht, zeigen sie, wie...


the best gaza parkour & freerunning 2013

Published: July 12, 2013
Length: 43:35 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: parkour g-f-p

face..https://www.facebook.com/gfpgaza mob:0597740891 بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم نقدم لكم هذا الفيديو المتواضع الذي يشمل حركات الباركو...


#غزة_تيوب: اختبار الأمانة #1 في شوارع غزة | Gaza Tube

Published: February 23, 2014
Length: 34:51 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Gaza Tube

إنتاج فريق #غزة_تيوب تابعنا على فيس بوك: http://www.facebook.com/gtubeteam أو على تويتر: http://twitter.com/GazaTube.


ALS Ice Bucket Challenge in Gaza, Palestine

Published: August 17, 2014
Length: 04:28 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: ISLAM BENYAHIA

ALS Ice Bucket Challenge in Gaza Palestine Bill Gates accepts Mark Zuckerberg's ALS Ice Bucket Challenge and nominates Elon Musk, Ryan Seacrest and Chris Anderson from TED to participate...


Welcome to Gaza 2014

Published: September 03, 2014
Length: 47:41 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Thane Ahrens

If someone cares to provide a proper English translation, I will replace this rudimentary translation below. (English translation from German) Dear friends, this is GAZA! Impressions of...


Un soldat israélien filme le bombardement d'une mosquée. Gaza

Published: August 03, 2014
Length: 26:32 min
Rating: 2 of 5
Author: Frères Muz

A Gaza, un soldat israélien filme le bombardement d'un mosquée. Avec applaudissement et joie. Des images que vous ne verrez jamais sur BFM ou autres.


Misi Bantuan Kemanusiaan KP1M & Gerakan Belia Gagasan 1Malaysia Ke Gaza 15/12/2012

Published: December 16, 2012
Length: 18:28 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: rakyatnews msia

Seramai 58 sukarelawan selamat mendarat di Lapangan Terbang Kaherah pada jam 12.15 tengah hari (waktu Malaysia) atau 6 petang (waktu tempatan) bagi meneruskan misi 'Gelombang Kedua' ...


Pray for Gaza

Published: March 27, 2015
Length: 37:21 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: The United Church of Canada

We have been asked by our Palestinian partners to keep the people of Gaza in our thoughts and prayers. These scenes were filmed by Ramzi Zananiri, Exec. Director of The Near East Council of...


MG_058 - Israel Stock Footage: Aerial footage of Gaza Settlements - Gush Katif 2003

Published: March 27, 2014
Length: 36:43 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Stock footage of Gaza 1980-2008

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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Battle of Gaza (312 BC)

The Battle of Gaza was a battle of the Third war of the Diadochi between Ptolemy and Demetrius. Ptolemy launched an invasion of Syria. With 18,000 infantry and 4,000 cavalry he arrived to Gaza in early 312 BC. Demetrius decided to offer him battle, but was routed; losing 500 men killed, a further 8,000 taken prisoner, and losing all his elephants. He retreated to Tripolis in Phoenicia.

Located at 31.5167, 34.45 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
312 BC, 4th-century BC conflicts, Battles of the Diadochi

Battle of Yaunis Khan

The Battle of Yaunis Khan was fought on October 28, 1516, between the Ottoman Empire and the Mamelukes. The Mamelukes cavalry forces led by Janbirdi al-Ghazali attacked the Ottomans that were trying to cross Gaza on the way to Egypt. The Ottomans were led by Grand Vizier Hadim Sinan Pasha and they were able to break the Egyptian Mameluke cavalry charge. Al-Ghazali was wounded during the confrontation and the left-over Mameluke forces and their commander Al-Ghazali retreated to Cairo.

Located at 31.5167, 34.45 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Battles involving the Ottoman Empire, Conflicts in 1516, 1516 in Asia, History of the Gaza Strip, 16th century in the Ottoman Empire, 16th century in Egypt, Battles involving the Mamluks

Sayed al-Hashim Mosque

The Sayed al-Hashim Mosque is one of the largest and oldest mosques in Gaza, located in the ad-Darrāj Quarter of the Old City, off of al-Wehda Street. The tomb of Hashim ibn Abd al-Manaf, Muhammad's great grandfather who died in Gaza during a trading voyage, is located under the dome of the mosque according to Muslim tradition. A mosque and hostel have been located at the present site since at least the 12th century CE.

Located at 31.5081, 34.4633 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
12th-century architecture, 1850s architecture, Mosques in Gaza

Palestine Stadium

Palestine Stadium is located in Gaza City on the Gaza Strip. It is the national stadium and the home of Palestine national football team. The stadium's capacity is around 10,000. It was bombed by Israel on April 1, 2006, directly on the centre spot, and is currently unusable due to the crater formed. FIFA has announced that it will fund the repair work. It was again bombed on November 19, 2012, by the Israeli Defence Force as part of Operation Pillar of Cloud.

Located at 31.5221, 34.4514 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Football venues in the Palestinian territories, National stadiums, Buildings and structures in Gaza

Battle of Gaza (2007)

The Battle of Gaza was a military conflict between Hamas and Fatah that took place between June 7 and 15, 2007 in the Gaza Strip. After winning Palestinian legislative elections in 2006, Hamas formed the Palestinan authority national unity government with Fatah in 2007, headed by Ismail Haniya. In June 2007 Hamas fighters took control of the Gaza Strip and removed Fatah officials.

Located at 31.5167, 34.45 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Battles post-1945, Gaza Strip, Fatah–Hamas conflict, Politics of the Gaza Strip, 2007 in the Palestinian territories

Siege of Gaza

During the Siege of Gaza, Alexander the Great, by utilizing the engines he had employed against Tyre, succeeded in reaching the walls. After three unsuccessful assaults, the stronghold was taken by storm. Batis expected to hold Egypt in subjection until the Great King could raise another army and confront Alexander in a battle from this city. It was on an eminence, on the edge of a desert from which the surrounding area could be easily controlled.

Located at 31.5167, 34.45 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
332 BC, Sieges involving the Achaemenid Empire, Battles of Alexander the Great

Great Mosque of Gaza

The Great Mosque of Gaza also known as the Great Omari Mosque is the largest and oldest mosque in the Gaza Strip, located in Gaza's old city. Believed to stand on the site of an ancient Philistine temple, the site was used by the Byzantines to erect a church in the 5th century, but after the Muslim conquest in the 7th century, it was transformed into a mosque. Described as "beautiful" by an Arab geographer in the 10th century, the Great Mosque's minaret was toppled in an earthquake in 1033.

Located at 31.5042, 34.4645 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Mamluk architecture, Mosques in Gaza, 5th-century church buildings, 14th-century religious buildings, 16th-century religious buildings, Conversion of non-Muslim places of worship into mosques, Ancient churches in the Holy Land

Welayat Mosque

Welayat Mosque or Kateb al-Welaya Mosque is a small historic mosque located along Omar Mukhtar Street in Gaza City in the Zaytoun Quarter of the old city. The mosque was built by the Mamluks in 1432, however, the structure could date as far back as 1344. Additions to the wstern part of the mosque were commissioned in 1584 by Ahmed Bey, the Ottoman clerk of Wilayat Dimashq, hence the name Kateb al Welaya ("the clerk of the state").

Located at 31.5039, 34.4624 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
1430s architecture, Mamluk architecture, Mosques in Gaza

Qasr al-Basha

Qasr al-Basha (also known as Radwan Castle and Napoleon's Fort) was formerly a large palace, and now a two-floored girl's school and museum, situated in the Old City of Gaza. It served as a seat of power in the Mamluk and Ottoman periods and as a police station under the British Mandate.

Located at 31.5044, 34.466 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
13th-century architecture, Mamluk architecture, Buildings and structures in Gaza, Schools in the Gaza Strip, Palaces in the Gaza Strip, Museums in the Palestinian territories

Church of Saint Porphyrius

The Church of Saint Porphyrius is the Orthodox Christian church of Gaza, and the oldest active church in the city. Located in the Zaytun Quarter of the Old City, it is named after the 5th century bishop of Gaza, Saint Porphyrius, whose tomb is situated in the northeastern corner of the church.

Located at 31.504, 34.462 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Churches in the Gaza Strip, 1150s architecture, Greek Orthodox churches

Ibn Uthman Mosque

The Ibn Uthman Mosque is the second largest old mosque in Gaza City. It is also regarded as second to the Great Mosque of Gaza in terms of physical appearance and status as a Friday mosque. Noted for its architectural patterns, the mosque was established in three different stages during the Burji Mamluk period of rule in Gaza.

Located at 31.5042, 34.4697 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
14th-century architecture, Mamluk architecture, Mosques in Gaza

Mahkamah Mosque

The Mahkamah Mosque is a Friday Mosque and madrasa located along Baghdad Street near the main western entrance of the Shuja'iyya district in Gaza City, Palestine.

Located at 31.5019, 34.4697 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures completed in 1455, Mamluk architecture, Mosques in Gaza, Madrassas, Former courthouses


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Saknat az Zarqā’