1Jericho, West Bank: 8.000 B.C.

Jericho, located in the West Bank, has been continuously inhabited for more than 10,000 years (some have found artifacts that may date back to 11,000 years).

Located near the Jordan River, the city’s fresh water springs attracted hunting tribes and, with warming temperatures, agricultural settlements became a mainstay.

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