Grotto of the Nativity, Bethlehem

This cave is the site traditionally held to be the place of Jesus' birth. It is the oldest extant site of Christian worship, predating even Helena's visit, it seems.
The 1st picture is of the grotto from the far end. The altar at the far end is significant as the 2nd picture shows the silver star under that altar. This is the traditional site of Jesus' birth. The circle in the center is an opening to the floor of the cave as it was 2,000 years ago.
The 3rd picture is down a few more steps from the section with the altar. The marble slab is at the site said to be where Mary and Joseph had the manger.Read more