Az-Zawiya

Az-Zawiya is a Palestinian village in the Salfit Governorate, located 4 km southwest of Salfit city. It is a small agricultural community with a population of about 4,000, known for its olive and almond groves. The climate is Mediterranean: hot, dry summers and cool, rainy winters. Spring is best.

By Plane

Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) is 40 km southwest.

By Car / Road

Az-Zawiya is 4 km southwest of Salfit, about 8 minutes by car. Shared taxis from Salfit run frequently.

The village is walkable.

• Az-Zawiya Mosque — The main mosque.

• Olive and almond groves — Surrounding the village.

• Olive harvest (October–November) — The main activity.

• Almond blossom (February–March) — The trees bloom in early spring.

• Az-Zawiya Café — A simple café. Snacks ₪5–12.

Bottled water (₪2).

Az-Zawiya has no tourist accommodation. The nearest hotels are in Salfit (8 min northeast).

Olive oil and almonds from local farmers.

• Salfit (4 km, 8 min northeast) — The capital.
• Biddya (4 km, 8 min northwest) — A larger town.
• Bruqin (3 km, 5 min west) — A village with olive groves.
• Sarta (3 km, 5 min south) — A neighbouring village.
• Marda (6 km, 10 min east) — A village with a shrine.