Tulkarm, Palestine

Capital City

The population of 92,272 masks the day-to-day grind of life in Tulkarm, a city under persistent Israeli occupation. Despite its strategic location, the bureaucratic hassles and security concerns are a constant headache for residents. The climate may be Mediterranean, but the heavy rainfall in winter and scorching dry spells in summer are challenging. Tulkarm's economy has struggled since the 1948 war, and the influx of refugees has strained resources. This is not an easy place to call home, but for those determined to stay connected to their Palestinian roots, it remains a stubborn source of identity.