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- SmartTravelerMuar, Malaysia641 contributionsThe Nativity scene of contemporary Christmas happened in Bethlehem. There is a baby in a manger, Mary and Joseph, stable animals, the 3 Magi, and a shining star. We are in The Church of Nativity, the birthplace of Jesus, 2000 years ago.
Helena, the mother of Constantine built a Byzantine church over it. The Persians invaded but spared its destruction. They saw the robes of one of the 3 Magi, similar to their Kings. Crusaders restored and magnified it. The Ottomans neglected it to decay. An earthquake devastated it. The Church of Nativity is ministered by the Greek Orthodox, Roman Catholics, and Armenians, today.
We entered a small and narrow passage into the Grotto of Nativity. On a marble floor is a fourteen-point silver star marking the birth spot with Latin inscriptions.
It says, "Here Jesus Christ was born to the Virgin Mary”Written 14 March 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Amir N2 contributionsMy partner and I went there with Nidal of Siraj Center after going on the Arab Ar-Rashaida Sunrise hike and it was a marvel to behold and explore!Written 10 March 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LostandhungryQuincy, IL336 contributionsWow, what a great little Church so beautiful and well kept. We are so please we got to visit this site.Written 17 September 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SOQ2010Massachusetts2,003 contributionsIncluded in World heritage site this beautiful church is not to be missed while visiting betlehem.Underground there are caves with alot of christianity significance.Written 17 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BluebellplasnewyddCardiff, UK1,642 contributionsThe Church of the Nativity is an important Christian destination. The church itself is pleasant but everyone will want to queue to enter the crypt and site of the birth of Jesus. Be prepared for a long wait in this Greek Orthodox church.Written 18 December 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SOQ2010Massachusetts2,003 contributionsIts 3 months after i went there I read about Saint Jerome who translated the old testament from hebrew to Greek language while living near the Grotto. Very inspiring though.Written 17 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Raymond P.San Diego, CA5 contributionsWe're blessed and glad that we visited this place. This is part of the tour with our group. Make sure you come in the morning because there was a lot of people around afternoon.Written 24 March 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- phenning2347Mandalay, Myanmar121 contributionsEvery Christmas I walk down Star Street when I arrive to Bethlehem - following Saint Joseph and mother Mary's path to the Nativity. Christmas does not feel complete without a reminiscent walk along this historical street.
There are beautiful views along this narrow stone street, which is lined with limestone houses with beautifully ornamented entrances and windows. It begins near the site of King David’s Wells and gently meanders through the main part of the historic centre and under the Qaus Al-Zarrara - sometimes also called Damascus Gate - towards Manger Square and the Church of the Nativity. It is the road that once connected Bethlehem to Jerusalem and further cities such as Damascus, which is why this is thought to be the route Saint Joseph and mother Mary travelled on that blessed night.
A very quiet street that is nicely restored with new paving stones and all the shops and homes have brightly painted doors alternating yellow, blue, purple and grey.Written 9 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SOQ2010Massachusetts2,003 contributionsI had asked the hotel arranged guide to take me to Rachels tomb.He only acted as a driver and took me to various places and Rachel tomb was one of them.It seemed that i was the only muslim visiting that day . The place has its holiness but i think there should be more of muslim women visiting it.Written 9 October 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SOQ2010Massachusetts2,003 contributionsI had very little time to visit this marvellous place in old Betlehem.Prayer area is on the first floor and seperate room for women Islamic studies.Written 16 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FOL-1003Berlin, Germany1,754 contributionssure - this is quite an important place to visit - as its effectively an engineering monument which shows how good water supply was in ancient times.
The true place is nice for pick nick - but the pools are dirty and a bit let down for being a monument; it seems no one cares about them....Written 20 March 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - hala bahnan2 contributionsAmazing place , nature friendly, , local and fresh food , reasonable prices, friendly people, beautiful atmosphere, its literally the best place in BethlehemWritten 4 August 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Margaret BGreenbelt, MD689 contributionsHeartbreaking to see people living in such crowded conditions. Inspiring to see the good work in the arts and other areas that is being offered the children, so that they have a chance in life.Written 24 December 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- kushisingh445Mumbai, India3 contributionsthis was in a very closed rare place to find in Bethlehem .the sisters were great and my freind told me to come here.i went with my mum .so clean and beautifulWritten 21 July 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ghadeer N554 contributionsThis place holds loads of history about the city. It was built by the first Mayer of Bethlehem Municipality and was decorated and furnished with western art. Don't pass by without noticing it's architectural wealth or the beauty of Gazzawi house fronting it.Written 19 January 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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