Ramallah is the bustling political and cultural capital of the Palestinian Territories. The city is home to the Palestinian Authority, as well as a host of NGOs, embassies and consulates. It’s also the most liberal city in the Palestinian Territories, with a lively nightlife, a strong arts scene and a large Christian population. The city is surrounded by beautiful hills, and the Old City is a maze of narrow streets and ancient stone houses.Ramallah is a great place to get a sense of Palestinian life and culture, and it’s a good base for exploring the West Bank.