It is a Palestinian city and the capital of Tulkarm Governorate. It is located in the northwest of the West Bank, and is the third largest city in the West Bank in terms of area and population after the cities of Hebron and Nablus The climate of Tulkarm city is Mediterranean, the average temperature in winter is 8-16 and in summer 17-30Tulkarm is known for its people’s interest in science and education, which is why Palestinian President Yasser Arafat called it “the country of excellence and success,” as the city has graduated a group of scientists, thinkers, writers, leaders, and politicians.