ABU AL-EINEIN
(The Father of The Eyes)
EIN QINIYA, RAMALLAH
THE Area story
Abu Al-Einein—meaning "the father of the eyes"—is a site named after a spiritual Palestinian man, as described by residents of the surrounding villages. As seen in the photograph, a small house stands beside one of Palestine's rarest and most renowned trees, the Al-Qayqab. The story dates back many years to a blind man who lived in Ein Arik. Known for his piety, he prayed daily on the roof of his house. One morning, while ascending to pray, he lost his footing and fell. In that moment, he called upon God for help. Upon regaining consciousness, he found that his sight had been restored. He returned to his village to share his story, but no one believed him. He then decided to relocate in Ein Qiniya, where he built a home and lived out the remainder of his days. During his lifetime, people came to visit him, and after his passing, the area came to be known as Abu Al-Einein—the father of the eyes.
Al Qayqab Tree / maple tree
A rare tree grows in this area, known by different names. Palestinians, it is Qayab; others call it the snake tree, because it sheds its outer layer each year like a snake shedding its skin; and to some, it is simply the red tree.
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THE Climbing story
In 2020, Palestinian climbers came across this first outdoor bouldering area near Ramallah, while searching of additional climbing opportunities and ways to spend more time in nature. The site features numerous boulders of medium height, offering routes across various difficulty levels—mostly easy to intermediate, with a few more challenging lines. While climbing, visitors can enjoy the tranquility of the natural surroundings, the presence of grazing sheep, and the soothing sound of water springs flowing into a small pool, where locals occasionally cool off during the summer months. Beyond climbing, the area lends itself to stretching exercises, music, camping, or simply picnicking—basking in the winter sun or seeking shade beneath the trees during the summer heat.
Route Developers
Momin Abuyacoub, Mohammad Al Najadeh (Abu Sayyaf)
Sakiya Centre
located in the heart of the site, it is a place where farmers and artists, thinkers and makers, come together to grow more than food. They grow ideas, community, and a deeper connection to the land. Ancient springs, stone terraces, and open skies set the stage for hands-on learning, shared meals, and the kind of conversations that stay with you long after you leave.
it is a progressive academy and a field for experimental knowledge production. it bridges Palestinian local traditions of self-sufficiency with contemporary art and ecological practices.
They invite locals to reconnect with their heritage and internationals to experience the true essence of Palestine. Join them in going back to the soil, the knowledge, the art, and to build a sustainable, resilient future.
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Qayqab Sector 1
01 . Khalek zalmeh , grade 6B, 6m ⚠️ (high, partner, crashpads+)
02 . keep the plant, Grade 6B, 6m ⚠️ (high, partner, crashpads+)
03 . Spiderman, Grade 6C, 6m ⚠️ (high, partner, crashpads+)
04 . Ma’ Alsalameh, Grade 5B, 6m ⚠️ (high)
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Qayqab Sector 2
05 . First but last, grade 5C, 5m
06 . Bashofak Habibi, Grade 5C, 5m
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Qayqab Sector 3
07 . Pasta , grade 5A, 2.5m
08 . Mayyel, Grade 5B, 3m
09 . Ya Gzayel, Grade 6A, 3m
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Qayqab Sector 4
10 . Talsam , grade 5B, 5m
11 . Karkabe, Grade 6C+, 5m
12 . Osh Algorab, Grade 5B, 6m
13 . Nefertiti, Grade 5B, 6m
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Al Ewaineh Sector 1
14 . Habibti, grade 6A, 4m
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Al Ewaineh Sector 1
15 . Hadara Badara, grade 6B, 3m
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Al Ewaineh Sector 2
16 . Shorabeh, grade (2), 2.5m
17 . Fahjeh, grade (3), 3m
18 . Falfel Falastini, Grade (4), 3m
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Al Ewaineh Sector 3
19 . Zafeh , grade 5A, 3.5m
20 . Gorbal , Grade 5C, 3.5m
21 . Harfosh, Grade 5C, 3.5m
22 . Khupaizeh, Grade 5C, 3.5m
21 . Qerdeh, Grade 6A, 3.5m
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Al Ewaineh Sector 4
10 . , grade 5B, 5m
11 . , Grade 6C+, 5m
12 . , Grade 5B, 6m
13 . , Grade 5B, 6m
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Balouta Sector
32 . Rakle, grade 6b+, 3m
33 . Tennen (Dragon), grade 6a, 3m
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Balouta Sector
15 . Hadara Badara, grade 6B, 3m
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Balouta Sector
16 . Shorabeh, grade (2), 2.5m
17 . Fahjeh, grade (3), 3m
18 . Falfel Falastini, Grade (4), 3m
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Balouta Sector
19 . Zafeh , grade 5A, 3.5m
20 . Gorbal , Grade 5C, 3.5m
21 . Harfosh, Grade 5C, 3.5m
22 . Khupaizeh, Grade 5C, 3.5m
21 . Qerdeh, Grade 6A, 3.5m
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10 . , grade 5B, 5m
11 . , Grade 6C+, 5m
12 . , Grade 5B, 6m
13 . , Grade 5B, 6m
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Sabah Alkhair Castle Sector
14 . , grade 6A, 4m
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Sabah Alkhair Castle Sector
15 . Hadara Badara, grade 6B, 3m
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Sabah Alkhair Castle Sector
16 . Shorabeh, grade (2), 2.5m
17 . Fahjeh, grade (3), 3m
18 . Falfel Falastini, Grade (4), 3m
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Sabah Alkhair Castle Sector
19 . Zafeh , grade 5A, 3.5m
