Time Zone |
Asia/Hebron |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
Time Zone |
Asia/Tehran |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3.5 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+4.5 |
Tulkarm is a city in western Jordan, located in the northern part of the West Bank region, near the border with Israel. The city is located in a mountainous area at a high altitude and has a pleasant climate with cool summers and rainy winters. The surrounding area of Tulkarm is agriculturally developed, with crops such as olives and citrus being grown, making it an important distribution center for local agricultural products. Historically, the area was a node on ancient trade routes and has a rich cultural heritage, including ancient mosques and traditional architecture. Despite its relative remoteness, Tulkarm maintains a distinctive Arab cultural identity, and its inhabitants are known for their warmth and hospitality, making it an important window into rural life in western Jordan.
Marivan is a border city in the Iranian province of Kurdistan, uniquely situated in the western part of the country adjacent to the Iraqi border, at an altitude of about 1,320 meters above sea level, with a mild and mountainous climate. The city has a predominantly Kurdish culture with a population of about 100,000 and an economy that relies on agriculture, animal husbandry and border trade. Marivan is steeped in history and boasts several natural attractions such as Lake Zarivar and the surrounding mountains, making it a popular destination for trekking and eco-tourism. In recent years, the region has also come under scrutiny due to the complex security situation, but still retains a wealth of traditional customs and friendly folklore.