Mas-ha

Mas-ha is a Palestinian village in the Salfit Governorate, located 3 km west of Salfit city. It is a small agricultural community with a population of about 5,000, known for its olive groves and its historic houses. 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

Mas-ha is 3 km west of Salfit, about 5 minutes by car. Shared taxis from Salfit run frequently.

The village is walkable.

• Mas-ha Mosque — The main mosque.

• Mas-ha old houses — Traditional stone buildings.

• Olive groves — Surrounding the village.

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

• Mas-ha Café — A simple café. Snacks ₪5–12.

Bottled water (₪2).

Mas-ha has no tourist accommodation. The nearest hotels are in Salfit (5 min east) or Biddya (8 min west).

Olive oil (₪35–50/litre).

• Salfit (3 km, 5 min east) — The capital.
• Az-Zawiya (3 km, 5 min south) — A neighbouring village.
• Biddya (5 km, 12 min west) — A larger town.
• Sarta (4 km, 8 min south) — A neighbouring village.
• Deir Ballut (6 km, 12 min south) — A village with an old quarter.