Discover the Traditional Bread from Hebron, Palestine
About the city of Hebron
Hebron (Al-Khalil), in the southern West Bank, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, with a history spanning more than 6,000 years. Home to approximately 300,000 residents, it has long been a hub of commerce, craftsmanship and cultural exchange: more than 1,200 craftspeople continue to shape glassblowing, ceramics, Palestinian embroidery (tatreez), stone and marble carving, leather and olive wood handicrafts. Its Old City was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2017, and the city is home to the Ibrahimi Mosque. Designated a UNESCO Creative City of Crafts and Folk Art in 2025, Hebron promotes culture as a driver of sustainable development, social inclusion and economic resilience.
Discover the traditional bread of Hebron
Immerse yourself in the fascinating stories, traditions, and flavors of the unique breads from UNESCO Creative Cities. Click “Discover More” to explore the Creative Knowledge Platform, the project’s heri-telling platform, where farmers, millers, and bakers share their heritage and passion through captivating images, videos, and stories.