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…million; others in the tourism indus- try foresee no more than 2.5 million, the average ahnual figure. In Bethlehem, Palestinians also are gearing up to welcome what they hope will be an onslaught of pilgrims. About two years ago, they established the Bethlehem 2000 committee that is overseeing the city's preparations. They have revamped the old mar- ketplace, restored neglected paths and initiated folklore evenings. What they would really lik...…

















































