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Gaza Strip

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A panoramic view of Gaza City, showcasing its urban landscape and buildings.

The Gaza Strip

The Gaza Strip is a small piece of land close to the Mediterranean Sea. It is found between two countries: Egypt on one side and Israel on the other three sides. The biggest city there is called Gaza City.

This place is very busy, with many people living in a small area. It is one of the most crowded spots on Earth! Because so many families live there, you will find lots of children and schools.

People in the Gaza Strip have a rich culture. They enjoy storytelling, art, and visiting old places that tell stories from long ago. In 2010, they even built a big swimming pool for everyone to use!

Even though life can be hard sometimes, the people here are strong and keep their traditions alive. The Gaza Strip is an important part of the story of the State of Palestine in the Southern Levant area of West Asia.

Images

A map showing different areas and communities in the Gaza Strip.
A historic photograph showing buildings and street scenes from Gaza City in 1956.
Portrait of Che Guevara visiting the Gaza Strip in 1959.
Homes in Neve Dekalim, a community in Gush Katif.
A view of buildings and fishing boats in Gaza City in 2007.
A street scene in Gaza City, showing everyday urban life.

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