Birthplace of Jesus: Church of the Nativity and the pilgrimage route, Bethlehem, the West Bank

Bethlehem isn't just the place where Christians believe Jesus was born: it's also home to some of the oldest religious buildings in the world, including Latin, Greek Orthodox, Franciscan and Armenian churches, monasteries and bell towers. As a result of all these factors it is a popular pilgrimage spot, although we have a sneaking suspicion that donkey is no longer the preferred form of transport for visitors.