Cool facts about Bethlehem

Posted on Aug 23, 2025 / Travel

Bethlehem’s name in Hebrew means “House of Bread,” while in Arabic (Bayt Lahm) it means “House of Meat.”
The Church of the Nativity, built in the 4th century, is one of the oldest Christian churches in the world still in use.
Bethlehem hosts two major Christmas celebrations: December 25 for Western Christians and January 7 for Orthodox Christians.
The city is famous for its olive wood workshops, producing handcrafted religious and cultural items exported worldwide.
Shepherds’ Field, just outside Bethlehem, is traditionally believed to be where angels announced Jesus’ birth to the shepherds.
Modern Bethlehem features powerful street art on the Separation Wall, including works by international artists like Banksy.
The annual Bethlehem Christmas parade and Midnight Mass attract global media coverage and thousands of pilgrims.
Bethlehem is twinned with many cities around the world, symbolizing its universal cultural and spiritual significance.

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