Mosque of Omar (Bethlehem) [Poster]

Mosque of Omar (Bethlehem)

The Mosque of Omar (Masjid Umar) in Bethlehem, West Bank, is the city’s only mosque and the largest in the Bethlehem Governorate, built in 1860 on land donated by Greek Orthodox merchant Omar Ayyub to honor the Caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab, who accepted Jerusalem’s surrender in 638 CE and prayed nearby. Located on Manger Square directly opposite the Church of the Nativity, it features Ottoman-style architecture with a prominent minaret, white limestone facade, and a green dome, symbolizing peaceful coexistence between Muslims and Christians in the biblical birthplace of Jesus. Constructed under Ottoman rule and later renovated, the mosque remains an active waqf-administered site, hosting daily prayers and serving as a cultural landmark amid Bethlehem’s historic Christian-majority setting.

Product features

• Museum-grade archival paper ensures longevity and resistance to yellowing.
• Giclée printing provides bright, intense colors that stay vibrant under sunlight.
• Matte finish absorbs light for a sophisticated, elegant look.
• Available in various sizes to perfectly match your decor needs. 

Care instructions

• If the poster does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth.