Palaces of Arraba

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The Palestinian village of Arraba has traditionally been associated with the ancient fortified Canaanite city of Arubboth, which is said to exist in the area. During the Ottoman period, Arraba served as the seat of the Abd al-Hadi clan, a prominent family in the region that engaged actively in local and international politics. Today, visitors to Arraba can explore the Abd al-Hadi palace complex which serves as Arraba’s municipality headquarters and a as a center for community activities.