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jenin (enc)
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Jenin Jenin is one of the major towns in the Palestinian Authority north of Ramallah. Although Nablus is a bit more interesting, Jenin is well worth a visit too. It has a very busy market. The village of Burqin is located 3km west of Jenin. The Burqin church is a major draw. It lies on the northern slope of the hill overlooking Wadi Burqin. The church is still used by the Christian Greek Orthodox community of the village. The first church was in the cave where the miracle took place. During the 6th-9th centuries it was extended in front of the cave. The church was then rebuilt during the 12th century and enclosed by a wall. The present church is composed of the cave and the new hall and nave built during the 18th century.
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