Gaza

The bookmark with the photo of Gaza from Israel.



Gaza is a Palestinian city in the Gaza Strip. Named alternatively to mean "stength" and "treasure", it is central to both Christian and Islamic civilization.
The Old City of Gaza is roughly divided into two quarters; the northern Daraj Quarter (also known as the Muslim Quarter) and the southern Zaytoun Quarter (also known as the Christian Quarter).

Bethlehem

The bookmark from Israel. The photo on this bookmark is taken by George Azar.



Bethlehem is a Palestinian city in the central West Bank, approximately 10 kilometers south of Jerusalem.
Bethlehem is where Jesus Christ was born in a manger more than 2000 years ago. This city has retained a friendly atmosphere and is a host to thousands of tourists each year. The town of Bethlehem has 27,000 inhabitants half of whom are Moslems and half are Christians. Next to Jerusalem, it is Christiandomes Holiest city.