Ramallah is situated in the district of Ramallah in the West Bank region of Palestine, at an elevation of 860 meters. The city functions as a significant urban center in the Palestinian territories, with nearby towns including al-Bira, Surda, Beitin, and several others.
In 1922, the population stood at approximately 3,067 residents. By 1945, this had increased to 5,080 people. The city experienced significant expansion during the latter half of the twentieth century, reaching 24,772 by 1987 and 43,880 by 2017, indicating continued urbanization and development.
Land ownership was predominantly Arab, with 16,344 dunums held by Arab inhabitants compared to zero dunums under Jewish ownership. The territory also contained 216 dunums of public land, totaling 16,560 dunums. Agricultural activity dominated land usage, with 6,330 dunums planted with cereals and 6,097 dunums designated for irrigated cultivation and plantations.
Ramallah contains numerous landmarks reflecting its cultural heritage, including traditional Palestinian architecture featuring distinctive arches, staircases, and ironwork. The city houses significant institutions such as Friends School and the Ramallah Girls Secondary School, educational establishments with deep historical roots. Religious sites include mosques and churches representing the community's diverse faith traditions.
