Manger Square, Bethlehem

Name: Manger Square
Address: Bethlehem, Israel

#15 among attractions in Bethlehem

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Manger Square is a city square in the center of Bethlehem in Palestine. It takes its name from the manger where Jesus is said to have been born which, according to Christian tradition, took place at the Grotto of the Nativity, enshrined since the fourth century in the Church of the Nativity. A particular building set in Manger Square is the Mosque of Omar, the Old City's only mosque, and the Palestinian Peace Center. The streets that lead to the square are related to the Christian faith, such as Star Street and Nativity Street. ()

Local name: כיכר האבוס Coordinates: 31°42'16"N, 35°12'23"E

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Manger Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Church of the Nativity, Rachel's Tomb, Church of Saint Catherine, Baituna al-Talhami Museum.

~370 ftE
Storied, ancient 4th-century church
Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem
2 min walk • The Church of the Nativity is a revered historical and religious landmark situated in the heart of Bethlehem, Israel. This ancient church is traditionally recognized as the birthplace of Jesus Christ, making it a focal point for Christian pilgrims from around the globe.
1 miN
Synagogue
Rachel's Tomb, Bethlehem
27 min walk • Nestled in the ancient city of Bethlehem, Rachel's Tomb stands as a poignant site of spiritual significance and a testament to the enduring legacy of biblical matriarchs. This sacred structure, revered by Jews as a synagogue, marks the burial place of Rachel, the...
~400 ftE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Church of Saint Catherine, Bethlehem
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bethlehem, the Church of Saint Catherine stands as a beacon of faith and history adjacent to the Church of the Nativity, which is traditionally recognized as the birthplace of Jesus Christ. This Roman Catholic church, revered by pilgrims...
~450 ftW
Museum
Baituna al-Talhami Museum, Bethlehem
3 min walk • Baituna al-Talhami Museum or the Bethlehem Folklore Museum is one of the largest museums in the Palestinian territories. It is located in Bethlehem, on Star Street, slightly off Pope Paul VI Street.
~1030 ftE
Church
Chapel of the Milk Grotto, Bethlehem
5 min walk • The Chapel of the Milk Grotto of Our Lady also called Grotto of Our Lady or Milk Grotto, is a Catholic chapel in Bethlehem in the West Bank of the Palestinian Territories, erected in 1872.
~250 ftW
Mosque
Mosque of Omar, Bethlehem
2 min walk • The Mosque of Omar is the only mosque in the Old City of Bethlehem, Palestine. It is located on the west side of Manger Square, across the square from the Church of the Nativity.
~1000 ftNW
Street
Star Street, Bethlehem
5 min walk • Star Street is one of Bethlehem's oldest commercial streets, connecting the northern part of the Old City to the southern part. Most of the buildings along Star Street were built in the 19th century. Prior to the Second Intifada in 2001, there were 98 shops on Star Street.
~1050 ftNW
Museum
Badd Giacaman Museum, Bethlehem
6 min walk • The Badd Jackaman Museum is located in the center of Bethlehem, near the Church of the Nativity. The building in which the museum was built dates from the 18th–19th century.
0.9 miN
31°43'0"N • 35°12'6"E
Bethlehem Museum, Bethlehem
23 min walk • Art gallery, Specialty museum, Museum
0.5 miNW
Universities and schools
Bethlehem University, Bethlehem
14 min walk • Bethlehem University is a Catholic university in Bethlehem, Palestine. It is the first university founded in the Occupied Palestinian Territories and the West Bank.
1.4 miNW
Town, Area
Beit Jala, Jerusalem
36 min walk • Beit Jala is a Palestinian Christian town in the Bethlehem Governorate of the West Bank. Beit Jala is located 10 km south of Jerusalem, on the western side of the Hebron road, opposite Bethlehem, at 825 meters altitude. In 2017, Beit Jala had 13,367 inhabitants according to the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Manger Square?

Nearby attractions include Mosque of Omar, Bethlehem (2 min walk), Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem (2 min walk), Church of Saint Catherine, Bethlehem (2 min walk), Baituna al-Talhami Museum, Bethlehem (3 min walk).

How to get to Manger Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to Manger Square:

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Bethlehem Bus Station (4 min walk)
Service (5 min walk)