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'Banksy effect' hoped to boost Bethlehem tourism
03 December 2007
Graffiti artist Banksy has taken his craft to the holy city of Bethlehem in Israel in a move that is hoped to revive the region's ailing tourism industry.
The latest creations from the British-born artist have been timed to coincide with the opening of an exhibition of work by Banksy and other artists.
Six ironic images have been stencilled on the controversial security wall surrounding Bethlehem, including a dove in a bullet-proof jacket and a soldier being searched by a young girl.
This is not the first time that Banksy has decorated the 436-mile wall in the West Bank - in 2005 he painted nine images of his take on life beyond the wall.
While he keeps his identity hidden, the artist spoke about the location of his latest work, saying that more people should visit Bethlehem to see the city for themselves.
"If it is safe enough for a bunch of sissy artists, then it is safe enough for anyone," he added.
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The latest creations from the British-born artist have been timed to coincide with the opening of an exhibition of work by Banksy and other artists.
Six ironic images have been stencilled on the controversial security wall surrounding Bethlehem, including a dove in a bullet-proof jacket and a soldier being searched by a young girl.
This is not the first time that Banksy has decorated the 436-mile wall in the West Bank - in 2005 he painted nine images of his take on life beyond the wall.
While he keeps his identity hidden, the artist spoke about the location of his latest work, saying that more people should visit Bethlehem to see the city for themselves.
"If it is safe enough for a bunch of sissy artists, then it is safe enough for anyone," he added.
Click here to plan and book flights, hotels, city breaks, rental cars and holidays with Opodo.
© Adfero Ltd
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