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Bethlehem ( / ˈbɛθlɪhɛm /; Arabic: بيت لحم, Bayt Laḥm, pronunciation ⓘ; Hebrew: בֵּית לֶחֶם Bēṯ Leḥem) is a city in the Israeli-occupied West Bank of the State of Palestine, located about ten kilometres (six miles) south of Jerusalem. It is the capital of the Bethlehem Governorate, and has a population of approximately 25,000 people.
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Palestinian Territories Middle East Bethlehem may no longer be the 'little town' of Christmas carols, but you don't have to go far in what is now a pulsing city to see the stories of Mary and Joseph, stars, mangers and a saviour hardwired into every paving stone, street and church.
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- Church of the Nativity. Birthplace of Jesus. This stunning site is believed to have been built over the place of Jesus’ birth. In the second century, a church was erected over the very same area, followed by another edifice in the sixth century.
- Mar Saba Monastery. Monastery in the side of a mountain. The Mar Saba monastery overlooks the Kidron Valley. It is perched on the side of a cliff, with some unforgettable walking and hiking routes close by, and oversees the beautiful canyon.
- Sanctuary. Sixth century church. The Sanctuary of Bethlehem has been described as a true fairy tale – with good reason. To get a decent grip of the history of Bethlehem, the Sanctuary is the perfect place to visit.
- Old Bethlehem Museum. Museum in 19th Century Palestinian home. The Old Bethlehem museum is located in a typical nineteenth century Palestinian home; this contributes massively to a visitor’s sense of authenticity and makes the experience all the more striking.
Mar 12, 2024 · In modern times, Bethlehem was administered as part of the British mandate of Palestine (1920–48; see Palestine: The British mandate); after the first of the Arab-Israeli wars (1948–49), it was in the territory annexed by Jordan in 1950 and placed in al-Quds (Jerusalem) muḥāfaẓah (governorate).
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Palestinian Territories, Middle East. Bethlehem. For the millions of pilgrims who descend on the Holy Land every year, the Church of the Nativity is the main reason for visiting Bethlehem.
Sep 8, 2017 · TRAVEL. This Is Tourism in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. The West Bank wall is a living canvas of Israeli-Palestinian narratives. Photographs by Yoray Liberman. By Christine...
