“Fida Touma”

Remembering loved ones

Ramallah -  A family is paying its loved ones a visit at the Ramallah cemetery. Family bonds are still strong in Palestine and families come together almost on weekly basis and more…
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New Ramallah

Ramallah -  A banner advertising a new shopping center being built in the new neighborhoods of the city. This is a very common way of advertising for the many new construction projects…
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Need a ride?

Ramallah -  A company advertising a car as a prize for costumers. The number of cars have more than tripled in the city in the past few years. New car dealerships have…
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Having fun

Ramallah -  Two girls playing in one of the many public gardens established by the Municipality for families and children. Like in all Palestinian cities and towns, Israeli restrictions have limited people's…
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Multipurpose facade

Ramallah -  Building facades in the city serve as walls to mourn martyrs, to publicize business, dry laundry, write political slogans, or just for teenagers to scribble their names. This is…
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Edward Said

Ramallah -  Ramallah renamed and named its streets in the past few years. A hefty  naming project was underway where Palestinian, Arab, and international figures and objects were recalled to mark…
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Just parking

Ramallah -  Parking, like in other cities, is one of the main planning challenges. With many regulation efforts taking place in the city center and new commercial and financial districts, none could…
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Care for a Hooka?

Ramallah -  Officially the smoking age is 18 in Palestine; but this is rarely observed. Teenagers start smoking early and it is common to see young men smoking the Hooka in cafes…
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Hello

Ramallah -  Ramallah is still a safe place for children and families. Although the city is rapidly changing, people still think of their city as a safe place and everyone welcomes you…
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A work day just starting

Ramallah -  New shopping centers and new lifestyles are emerging in the city, but old ones still persevere. Two street vendors heading to the city center to sell their goods. Ramallah is…
Fida Touma – Ramallah Lab