Bethlehem lies 2500 feet above sea level on the ancient caravan route 10 km south of Jerusalem. Surrounded by rolling hills stretching out eastward to the Judean Desert, Bethlehem provides a remarkable view of an ancient landscape of vineyards, olive trees, and small historic villages.
Bethlehem is famous for its olive wood hand carving, holiday cards decorated with dried colored leaves, mother-of-pearl jewelry, and distinctive embroidery.
