there is many different religious groups
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In Christianity The three wise men took a long journey to Bethlehem.
The church of the nativity. Beautiful! :)
"Israeli" and "Palestinian" are political groups. The religious groups would Jewish, Christian, or Muslim. As for whether the Israelis or Palestinians are in control of Bethlehem, Bethlehem is ostensibly in Zone A of the West Bank which means that the Palestinian Authority has both municipal control and police responsibility. Of course, like most places in the West Bank, though, there is significant Israeli interference.
Pope Paul VI
The Magi visited Jesus in Bethlehem.
A news feature from the German ddp agency says that Bethlehem's mayor Batarseh gave a number of about 1.25 million for the year 2008 ("Bethlehem - Keiner will Ronis Krippenfiguren", focus.de, 21.12.2008).
moravians
Christians visiting Bethlehem typically explore significant religious sites, including the Church of the Nativity, which marks the birthplace of Jesus. They may also visit the Shepherds' Fields, where angels announced Christ's birth, and the nearby Milk Grotto, believed to be where the Holy Family took refuge. Additionally, many pilgrims wander the narrow streets of Bethlehem to experience its vibrant culture and local markets.
Bethlehem is located about 6 miles south of Jerusalem in the West Bank. It is a short distance from Jerusalem and is often visited by tourists and pilgrims for its historical and religious significance.
The three wise men coming to visit baby jesus.
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, was founded in 1741 by a group of Moravian settlers led by Count Nikolaus Ludwig von Zinzendorf. The settlement was established as a communal religious colony, reflecting the Moravians' commitment to their faith and community living. The town played a significant role in the early development of the Moravian Church in America.