Dar Zahran Heritage Building

   The Dar Zahran heritage building is an attractive historic building in Ramallah Al-Tahta. The house is a distinctive symbol of Palestinian life and culture and of a return to authentic cultural heritage. For 250 years, this building has been the property of Ramallah’s Jaghab family, serving as a family home, guestchamber (Al-Madafeh), and the place of residence of Ramallah’s elder (Mukhtar).

   Today it hosts an art gallery, a photo gallery of Ramallah from 1850 to 1979, a souvenir shop, and a Fairtrade corner selling authentic Palestinian food products, embroidery, pottery, books, and jewellery.

   Local artisans are handpicked by Zahran Jaghab, the founder of the gallery and shop, who is passionate about Ramallah’s history, current developments, and the project of Terra Fidea (page.162-163). Terra Fidea, “The Land of Fidelity”, is an historic area in Ramallah situated between two mountains and dotted with ancient olive trees, figs, apricots, pines, and much more. It is a beautiful ecosystem that tells the story of heritage, ancient agricultural practices, and biodiversity. The olive oil of Terra Fidea is sold in Dar Zahran. Zahran leads a campaign to preserve this piece of heaven from destruction by plans to build streets in Al Tireh neighbourhood. With a passion for the preservation of cultural heritage, the gift shop at Dar Zahran handpicks high quality products made by local Palestinian artists and those in the diaspora.

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