Bethlehem, town in the West Bank, situated in the Judaean Hills 5 miles (8 km) south of Jerusalem. According to the Gospels (Matthew 2; Luke 2), Bethlehem was the site of the Nativity of Jesus Christ.

Bethlehem is the home to over 27,000 residents today. Those who live in Bethlehem are considered citizens of Palestine. Two million tourists provide 65% of the town’s wealth. Christians from all over the world travel to Bethlehem to see and experience the birthplace of Jesus Christ.

The city of Bethlehem, located about six miles southwest of Jerusalem, is the birthplace of our Savior Jesus Christ. Bethlehem, meaning "house of bread," was also the renowned City of David.

Learn how historical records, archaeological discoveries and the natural geography of the region can increase understanding of the setting of Jesus' birth as described in the Gospels. Explore the ancient village of Bethlehem, its agricultural lands, its caves and its role in the Nativity story.

Bethlehem is an important historic city in the West Bank, about 10km (6.2 miles) south of Jerusalem. Bethlehem, or beit lechem means “House of Bread” in Hebrew. During the Christmas season, Christians from around the world make a pilgrimage to the Church of the Nativity to see the place where Jesus was born.

Explore the history and culture of Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus Christ and the site of ancient art and conflict. Learn about the water, the lovers, the pilgrims, and the wall that shaped this town.

The Church of the Nativity, or Basilica of the Nativity, [a] is a basilica located in Bethlehem, West Bank, Palestine. The grotto holds a prominent religious significance to Christians of various denominations as the birthplace of Jesus.

Learn about Bethlehem, an ancient town in the West Bank, south of Jerusalem, and the birthplace of Jesus. Find out its history, significance, and current status from Britannica's editors and links to related topics.

Bethlehem is a market town where Bedouin from the nearby Judean Desert trade their produce for local and imported goods. The town has a number of small hotels and restaurants catering to tourists and, more important, many workshops producing Christian souvenirs.