Marda

Marda is a Palestinian village in the Salfit Governorate, located 8 km east of Salfit city. It is known for its historic mosque with an ancient olive press and its location on a hill with views. The village has a population of about 5,000, predominantly Muslim. The climate is Mediterranean: hot, dry summers and cool, rainy winters. Spring is best.

By Plane

Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) is 45 km southwest.

By Car / Road

Marda is 8 km east of Salfit, about 15 minutes by car. Shared taxis from Salfit serve the village.

The village is walkable.

• Marda Mosque — An historic mosque incorporating an ancient olive press.

• Marda viewpoint — Views of the Salfit hills.

• Olive groves — The surrounding slopes.

• Visit the mosque — The olive press is a unique feature.

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

• Marda Café — A simple café. Snacks ₪5–12.

Bottled water (₪2).

Marda has no tourist accommodation. The nearest hotels are in Salfit (15 min west) or Nablus (20 min north).

Olive oil (₪35–50/litre).

• Salfit (8 km, 15 min west) — The capital.
• Haris (3 km, 8 min north) — A village with a shrine.
• Kifl Haris (5 km, 12 min north) — The Tomb of Nabi Thul-Kifl.
• Qarawat Bani Hassan (3 km, 5 min east) — A village with a spring.
• Nablus (15 km, 20 min north) — The Old City.