Qada’ Ba’albeck – Al-Hermel Beqa’a Qada’ Rachaya · Monuments Recreation Natural...

Monuments Recreation Natural Attractions Hotels Restaurants Handicrafts Bed & Breakfast Furnished Apartments Beaches Beqa’a Qada’ Ba’albeck – Al-Hermel Qada’ Rachaya Qada’ West Beqa’a Qada’ Zahle Beqa’a

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Natural Attractions1. Public Garden

Hotels1. Al-Jamal Motel2. Al-Chams Motel 08-373284/03-7709903. Chouman Motel 08-3701604. Palmira Hotel 08-370011/370230

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Restaurants1. Ras Ba'albeck Resthouse 03-2497312. Al-Qasr Resthouse & Restaurant 03-836086

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Ba'albeck, the Roman Heliopolis – the town of the sun - as it was named by the Romans, lies underneath the present Ba'albeck. The name originated in the ancient Semitic languages and is formed of two parts meaning “ Lord - god – of the plains “, although some researchers believe the name is rendered to “ The Lord –god- of weeping and mourning “ , that is Adon or Adonis. Ba’albeck, Lebanon's greatest Roman treasure, can be counted among the wonders of the ancient world. Ba'albeck is home to the largest and best preserved Roman temples ever built. Towering high above the Beqa’a plain, their monumental proportions proclaimed the power and wealth of Imperial Rome. The gods worshipped here – the Triad of Jupiter, Venus and Mercury – were grafted onto the indigenous deities of Hadad, Atargatis and a young male god of fertility. Local influences are also seen in the planning and layout of the temples, which vary from the classic Roman design. Ba’albeck is located on two main historic trade routes: one between the Mediterranean coast and the Syrian interior and the other between northern Syria and northern Palestine. Today, the city, 85 kilometers from Beirut, is an important administrative and economic center in the northern Beqa’a valley.Over the centuries, Ba’albeck’s monuments suffered from theft, war and earthquakes, and were obscured by medieval fortifications and additions. But even in ruin the site attracted the admiration of visitors, and its historical importance was recognized. Fortunately, the modern visitor can see the site in something close to its original form, thanks to work in the past hundred years by German, French and Lebanese archaeologists. In 1984, Ba’albeck was placed on UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites.Ba’albeck’s temples were built on an ancient tell that goes back at least to the end of the 3rd millennium B.C. Little is known about the site during this period, but there is evidence that in the course of the 1st millennium B.C. an enclosed court was built on the ancient tell. An altar was set in the center of this court in the tradition of the biblical Semitic high places.During the Hellenistic period (333-64 B.C.), the Greeks

identified the god of Ba’albeck with the Sun God, and the city was called Heliopolis, or “City of the Sun.” At this time the ancient enclosed court was enlarged, and a podium was erected on its western side to support a temple of classical form. Although the temple was never built, some huge structures from this Hellenistic project can still be seen. It was over the ancient court that the Romans placed the present Great Court of the Temple of Jupiter.The Temple of Jupiter was begun in the last quarter of the 1st century B.C. and was nearing completion in the final years of Nero’s reign (37-68 A.D.). The Great Court Complex of the Temple of Jupiter, with its porticoes, exedrae, altars and basins, was built in the 2nd century A.D. Construction of the so-called temple of Bacchus was also started about this time. The Propylaea and the Hexagonal Court of the Jupiter Temple were added in the 3rd century A.D. under the Severan Dynasty (193-235 A.D.), and work was presumably completed in the mid-3rd century. The small, circular structure known as the Temple of Venus was probably finished at this time as well.When Christianity was declared an official religion of the Roman Empire in 313 A.D., Emperor Constantine officially closed the Ba’albeck temples. At the end of the 4th century A.D., Byzantine Emperor Theodosius tore down the altars of Jupiter’s Great Court and built a basilica using the temple’s stones and architectural elements. The remnants of the three apses of this basilica, originally oriented to the west, can still be seen in the upper part of the stairway of the Temple of Jupiter.After the Arab Conquest in 636 A.D., the temples were transformed into a fortress, or qala’a, a term still applied to the Acropolis today. During the next centuries, Ba’albeck fell successively to the Umayyad, Abbasid, Toulounid, Fatimid and Ayyoubid dynasties. Sacked by the Mongols around 1260, Ba’albeck later enjoyed a period of calm and prosperity under Mamluke rule.The temple complex of Ba’albeck is made up of the Jupiter Temple and the Bacchus Temple adjacent to it. A short distance away is the circular structure known as the Temple of Venus. Only part of the staircase remains of a fourth temple dedicated to Mercury, on Sheikh Abdallah hill.The Great Temple or Jupiter Temple: The first view the visitor has of Ba’albeck is the six Corinthian columns of the Great Temple, thrusting 22 meters into the skyline. Built on a podium seven meters above the Court, these six columns and the entablature on top give an idea of the vast scale of the original structure. The complex of the Great Temple has four sections: the monumental entrance or Propylaea, the Hexagonal Court, the Great Court and finally the Temple itself, where the six famous columns stand.The Little Temple or the so-called Temple of Bacchus: Next to the Jupiter complex is a separate building known as the Temple of Bacchus. Constructed during the first half of the 2nd century A.D., it has been remarkably well preserved.The Round Temple or the so-called Temple of Venus: The small, circular temple southeast of the acropolis was built in the 3rd century A.D. Its design and size, as well as its orientation towards the Great Temple, set it apart from

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the other Ba’albeck temples. There are a number of other Roman remains and Islamic sites to visit in Ba’albeck and its immediate neighborhood.The Great Mosque: In front of the Acropolis entrance, this mosque dates from the 7th-8th centuries of the Umayyad period. Built on what was the site of the Roman forum and later a Byzantine church dedicated to St. John, the mosque re-uses granite and limestone columns.Public buildings: At Boustan Al- Khan, south of the temples, are important remains of public baths, a market, and probably a bouleuterion, or assembly place.Ras Al-Ain: This ancient spring, now incorporated into modern Ba’albeck, has been a source of water since antiquity. There are traces of a Roman shrine and nympheum, as well as the remains of a Mamluke mosque built in 1277.Quarries: At the southern entrance of town is a quarry where the stones used in the temples were cut. A huge block, considered the largest hewn stone in the world, still sits where it was cut almost 2,000 years ago. Called the “Stone of the Pregnant Woman,” it is 21.5m x 4.8m x 4.2m in size and weighs an estimated 1,000 tons.Qoubbat Al-Amjad: On Sheikh Abdallah Hill are the remains of the Zawiya-Mosque and tomb of Sheikh ‘Abdallah al-Younini, built under the rule of Al-Amjad, grandnephew of Saladin and governor of Ba’albeck between 1182 and 1230. It was constructed of stones from the nearby Temple of Mercury.City Gate: Northwest of the Acropolis, near the army barracks, lie the remains of a Roman city gate, part of the fortifications that once surrounded the city.Qoubbat As-Sa’adin: Not far from the City Gate is a two-room mausoleum built in 1409, which served as a burial place for the Mamluke governors of Ba’albeck.Qoubbat Douris: At the southern entrance of the town is an octagonal structure composed of eight Roman granite columns. Built during the 13th century, it was originally covered with a cupola and held an Ayyoubid tomb.

Bechwat Distance from Beirut: 105kmAltitude: 1,250m

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Of Semitic origins, the word Bechwat means “initiation” or “facilitator.” A votive stone altar with representations of the Heliopolitan triad was found in Bechwat, in addition to many funerary caves with rock-cut tombs that yielded many artifacts such as jars and pottery. The town is famous for its church, Saydet Bechwat (“Our Lady of Bechwat”), which was built over the ruins of a Roman pagan temple by the inhabitants who came to Bechwat from Bcharri at the beginning of the 17th century.

Ia'atDistance from Beirut: 90kmAltitude: 1,050m

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The name Ia'at originates from the Syriac word meaning “patio, tower or guardhouse.” Evidence of roads and aqueducts linking Ia'at to the city of Ba'albeck indicate that it was used as a leisure resort by the Romans, and attest to its antiquity. Some even say that Ia'at is as old as Ba'albeck, the City of the Sun, itself. A column made from local limestone, with a mutilated cornice, stands high in the middle of the town, with Roman-style motifs decorating its length. A historical cave was recently discovered, believed to be a funeral chamber with rock cut tombs common of the Byzantine era. Other sites of interests in Ia'at include remnants of old oil mills and grape presses.

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Hadath Ba'albeck Distance from Beirut: 76kmAltitude: 1,200m

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The origin of the word Hadath is Syriac and literally means “new.” The village’s name was merged with the name Ba'albeck because of its proximity to Ba'albeck. Hadath Ba'albeck is notable for the ruins of Temple of Apollo, dating back to the 1st century B.C. The temple is made up of a rectangular-shaped patio with a host of carved and engraved stones scattered all around. In addition, a 2 meter high votive altar with representations on its sides, as well as numerous stone monuments, are found throughout the village.

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The name literally means “the head of Ba'albeck” in Arabic, signifying the town’s higher altitude relative to the City of the Sun. In ancient times, the village was called “Kunia,” and a shrine dedicated to Mar Kunia was built at the highest point in the town. Ras Ba'albeck was a famous Byzantine Episcopal seat and still retains some religious sites worth visiting. Most notable are the remnants of an old church in the center of town and the ruins of another church on the western side of the town. It is said that one of these churches was home to Saint Barbara. Today, the town’s main church boasts a Constantine Cross on its threshold. Ras B'aalbeck has retained its traditional crafts of making string instruments, such as the oud, guitar and violin.

Ras Ba'albeck Distance from Beirut: 125kmAltitude: 1,000m

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The name A'arsal means “God’s throne” in Aramaic. In the town are the remnants of many Mastabas (fixed masonry benches). On the outskirts of the town are the ruins of a fortified structure of unknown date, located in Wadi Al-Toun (“The Valley of Toun”). The surrounding area has many historical monuments left by the Arabic tribes who settled in the region after the Romans. Today, A'arsal is famous for its handmade carpets, an industry that employs more than 150 female workers.

A'arsalDistance from Beirut: 122kmAltitude: 1,400m-2,000m

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Deir Al-AhmarDistance from Beirut: 104kmAltitude: 1,100m

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AL-Qa'aDistance from Beirut: 136kmAltitude: 650m

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The town of Al-Nabi Chiit derives its name from a shrine to the Nabi (prophet) named Chiit, although the prophet himself is not buried there. According to local tradition, a townsman decided to build the shrine in homage to the actual Nabi Chiit shrine, which he visited in Iraq.

Al-Nabi Chiit Distance from Beirut: 71kmAltitude: 1,200m

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The name Al-Labweh has its origin in the Syriac language, meaning “heart” or “center.” Some argue that the name is Arabic, from the word for lioness, in reference to the lions that used to roam Lebanon. The town has several interesting archeological sites. Most notable are three historical caves that hold several sarcophagi dating back to the Roman-Byzantine era, as well as the remnants of a temple that retains part of its western wall and flooring. Also of interest are the remnants of a Byzantine bastion; the vestiges of a Roman dam, traced back to Queen Zanoubia’s reign; and aqueducts that were chiseled in the rocks to draw the water from the A'assi (Orontes) River to Queen Zanoubia’s kingdom in Palmyra, Syria.

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The name Shlifa is traced back to the Syriac word meaning “waterfalls,” in reference to the famous waterfall in the town. There are both Hellenistic and Roman sites to be visited in Shlifa. Particularly interesting are the Castle of Bint Al-Malak (“king’s daughter”) and the historical Church of Saydet Al-Bechara (“Our lady of good omens”).

Al-HermelQamou'h Al-HermelDistance from Beirut: 143kmAltitude: 750m

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Al-Hermel is Aramaic for “God’s Pyramid,” in reference to the archeological monument known as Qamou'h (the obelisk of Al-Hermel). This historical obelisk, which is located 6 km from the town of Al-Hermel, rises 27 meters high from a black marble base of three steps. It is a 1st century B.C. funerary monument, a Syrian prince’s tomb, and is decorated with drawings depicting hunting scenes. The obelisk is believed to have served as a lighthouse for trade caravans, a beacon to guide them as they traveled through the region. In the rock cliffs on one side of the Al-A'assi (Orontes) River, there are several caves worth visiting. The most famous is Al-Raheb (“the monk’s cave”), better known as the Cave of Mar-Maroun. About 200 meters north of Mar-Maroun is the natural spring of Ain-Al-Zark, which jets out of the rocks, creating an ideal picnic site. Hermel is noted for its numerous natural springs, the most famous of which is Ras Al-Mal.

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Natural Attractions1. Old Pine Tree Yaqbeh, Oum Sharatit (Around 500 Years)2. Perennial Hackberry Tree (Around 300 Years)3. Perennial Oak Tree (Around 300 Years)4. Mount Al-Sheikh£ Annual Trip every 6th of August in Commemoration of the Transfiguration of Christ on Mount Al-Sheikh, organized by the Municipality & Including Camping in Nature£ Wild Roads for Hiking£ Skiing Sites£ Sites for Eco-Tourism (For more information please contact the Municipality 08-890011)5. Mount Al-Minchar, Hiking Activities & Overlooks the Beqa’a Area

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Monuments1. Remains of Idriss Citadel2. Jal Al-Khoulan Citadel3. Al-Mahdoumeh Area Vestiges and Caves4. Qala'at Al Sa'abeh Mansya Area holds a Roman Temple, Sarcophagi Carved into Rocks & Old Rocky Doors5. Al-Diab Citadel6. Roueissit Al-Teben Area, Remains of Ruins7. Remains of the Old Town8. Sidi Ayloun Shrine9. Remains of a Monastery

Natural Attractions1. Ain (Spring) Al-Hari2. Ain Al-Nayrab3. Ain Al- Rouss4. Al-Rouss Hill5. Ain Al-Deir6. Public Garden

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Monuments1. The Palace: Old Ruins2. Remains of Grape Presses3. Town’s Mosque, established in 19504. Remains of Al-A'askar Old French Citadel (1924)

Natural Attractions1. Perennial Pine Wood and Egilops2. Ain Qanieh Spring3. Ain (Spring) Choueiteh4. Old Cave

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Monuments1. Mrah Al-Wa'arat Old Vestiges, Sarcophagi & Roman Tombs, Old Roman Arcade dating back to the French Era.2. Al-Sagha Mountain Remains of an Old Structure3. Al-Qasr Area Vestiges of an Old Palace dating back to the Roman Era4. Idriss Citadel Roman Vestiges & Cemeteries5. Old Grape Press6. Roman Vestiges7. Arcade Houses from the Turkish Era

Natural Attractions1. Wooden Area in Wadi Al-Qarn2. Wadi Minsiyyeh River (Winter River)3. Ain (Spring) Wadi Al-Mal4. Haqel Al-Dar holds 4 caves in good status5. Camping Area

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Monuments1. Al-Tahta Mill2. Al-Fawqa Mill3. Mar Touma (Saint Thomas) Church4. Old Grape Press5. Al-A'amoud Citadel6. Remains of Al-Wtiyyeh Palace7. Remains of Al-Riman Citadel

Natural Attractions1. Al-Daya'a River2. Ain (Spring) Al-Tahta3. Al- Zayt Cave 4. Camping Area5. Al-Houwweh (Pit)6. Ain Al-Fawqa

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Monuments1. Deir Al-A’achair Citadel (Roman Vestiges)2. Al-Qabay Vestiges (Roman Vetiges)3. Al-Tayyouneh Vestiges4. Kafra Vestiges 5. Sha'aya Palace6. Ibrahim Nasr Heritage House

Natural Attractions1. Al-Bouhaira Pool2. Al-Bouhaira Cave3. Al- A'anez Cave4. Ain Shkara5. Ain Brouq6. Deir Al-A’achair Plain7. Ain Al-Firiqsein

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The name Al-A’aqabeh has its origins in the Syriac language, meaning “the foot of a mountain.” At the edge of the town, in the valley called Wadi Aradeen or Wadi Qaradin, lies the remnants of a Roman temple. The site is a 20 minute walk along a dirt path. Around the town there are more remnants of sarcophagi and stone mastabas (benches) to be seen.

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Of old Semitic origins, the name Rachaya means “a high place;” Wadi (valley) was added in reference to Wadi Al-Taim. Rachaya Al-Wadi offers more recent historical sites, such as a citadel that was built by the Chehabis in the 18th century. In 1943, the French mandate authorities arrested Lebanon’s national leaders, the Men of Independence, and interned them in the fortress, which later became known as the “Citadel of Independence.”This attractive town has retained its traditional houses and cobbled roads, as well as its traditional skills in crafts, particularly gold and other precious metals. The Ministry of Tourism has recently restored the old historical souk of Rachaya. The souk is a major attraction for tourists, who can tour the small shops and watch skilled craftsman at work.

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Ain Harcha is Aramaic for “place of worship” or “house of spirits.” Historians claim that the word signifies “the Feast of Sorcery,” because according to old beliefs all the water springs in Lebanon are bewitched or haunted by the spirit Ain Al-Horsh. The temple of Ain Harcha, one of the best preserved temples of Mount Hermon, can be reached along a rocky path from the village. The temple was restored in 1938-1939, and its walls are decorated with reliefs representing the gods of the Moon and the Sun.

Ain HarchaDistance from Beirut: 95km Altitude:1,000m

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In Aramaic, the name means “the pottery place.” Some researchers relate the origin of the name to King Qouq, who ruled the area during ancient times. The town was also called Kfar Quk Al-Debs (mollases), due to its abundant production of grape molasses. In the western section of this town, a small Roman temple sits on the roadside. A second, less preserved lies near the church and has many stone basins. The area around the village has numerous caves, tombs, rock-cut niches and column bases from Roman times.

KfarqouqDistance from Beirut: 95km Altitude: 1,200m

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The name Mdoukha means “hammer,” but may be a metaphor used in reference to a fortress that existed here in ancient times. Beyond the southern quarter of the village, there is a temple known as “Jebel Kassir.” The site is at a walking distance and is reached through a dirt track from the village.

MdoukhaDistance from Beirut: 72km Altitude: 1,150m

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YantaDistance from Beirut: 79km Altitude:1,500m

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The word Ain Arab is Arabic and literally means “the Arab source.” The village contains remnants of structures from the ancient Semitic era.

Ain ArabDistance from Beirut: 73km Altitude: 1,250m

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Monuments1. Monastery2. A’akaimi and Rachem Area holds Sarcophagi Carved into the Rocks3. Old Grape Press

Natural Attractions1. Ain (Spring) Al-Mazra'a2. Al-Qara'oun Dam3. Al-Qara'oun Lake

Restaurants1. Al-Ferdaous Restaurant 03-319224/08-6306522. Sadd Al-Qara’oun Restaurant Inside the Luna Park 08-630788/03-889552

Recreation1. Sadd Al-Qara’oun Luna Park 08-630788/03-593958

Furnished Apartments1. Al-Sadd Resthouse (Mohammad Ameis 08-630282/3

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Monuments1. Roman Vestiges2. Old Tomb & Caves holds Sarcophagi3. Shqif Al-Mashnaqa Area holds a Gibbet & Sarcophagi carved into the Rocks

Natural Attractions1. Al- Salamiyya Valley

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Natural Attractions1. Litani River 2. A’ammiq Swamp3. Al-Mansoura Lake (Natural Bird Reserve)4. Public Garden

Recreation1. Public Library2. Al-Mansoura Park

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Monuments1. Roman Temple, Qasr Al-Wali2. Remains of an Orthodox Church3. Al-Asri Shrine4. Three Sarcophagi

Natural Attractions1. Wooded Strolling Terrain holds Natural Seasonal Springs2. Al-Sheikh Younis Oak Tree more than 100 Years Old3. Cave4. Bayader Al-A’adas5. Ain (Spring) Al-Fawqa6. Ain Al-Qana7. Ain Abou Halfain8. Barqash Cave

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4TowardsA'aita Al-Foukhar

3TowardsAl-Sultan Ya'acoub

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Monuments1. Bustros Palace2. Al-A’arja Citadel3. Sheikh Msafer Shrine4. Old Mills5. Al-Qabou Citadel

Natural Attractions1. Al-A’ajal Pool2. Al-Tawbeh Cave3. Ain (Spring) Al-Illayq4. Al-Qlis Spring5. Al-Khraizat Spring6. Mount Barouk Cedars7. Al-Jawz Valley’s Cave8. Perennial Oak Tree where Jamal Bacha used to Hang People

Hotels1. Al-Khraizat Hotel 08-645188

Restaurants1. Al-Khraizat Restaurant 08-645188

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Monuments1. Ain Al-Jawzeh Ancient Monastery2. Al-Sour Hill holds Roman Vestiges3. Al-Sarmi Hill holds some ruins4. Heritage House

Natural Attractions1. Al-Qara'oun Lake2. Al-Barouk & Cedars Mountain3. Ain (Spring) Al-Charch4. Ain Al-Dibb5. Ain Al-Aqrabeh6. Caves

Restaurants1. Café Area

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Natural Attractions1. Pine Wood and Camping Ground2. Barouk Cedars

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Monuments1. Mar Gerges (Saint Georges) Ancient Church2. Old Boiler3. Old Mill4. Ain Jawzeh Ancient Monastery5. Al-Mateb Citadel

Natural Attractions1. Chouf Cedars2. Litani River3. Ain (Spring) Al-Ghazira

Restaurants1. Blue Lake Restaurant 08-6701462. Qasr Al-Bouhaira (Chalet du Lac) Restaurant 08-6700223. Al-Moultaqa Café 4. Hotel Macharef Saghbine Restaurant 08-671200

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An annual festival is held on the 15th of August to celebrateAl-Saydeh (Our Lady) feast

& on the 23rd of April to celebrate Mar Gerges (Saint Georges) feast.Mawasem Saghbine holds during the month of August

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Beaches1. Hotel Macharef Saghbine Beach 08-671200

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Monuments1. Mar Geaorgios (Saint Georges) Church2. Ain Al-Dibb Press3. Roman Cave

Natural Attractions1. Niha Chouf Montain2. Ain (Spring) Al-Dibb Spring3. Large- Headed Mountain4. Jiwar Al-Khan Valley

Recreation1. Park

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Monuments1. Al-Mdeik Citadel holds Sarcophagi2. Vestiges of Heritage Houses3. Mar Gerges (Saint Georges) Church4. Mar Elias Church5. Old Mill

Natural Attractions1. Al-Kerdaneh Hill2. Ammiq Swamp3. Spring4. Ain A’abou Spring

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4TowardsAl-Mansoura

Towards 4Qab Elias

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Monuments1. Ancient Hill (Syria, Assyrian, Persian & Pharaoh Vestiges)2. Old Tomb and Sarcophagi3. Old Stone Quarry4. Anas Ben Malek Mosque Built in 1883

Natural Attractions1. Al-Habs Cave2. Caves3. Al-Baydar Pool4. Ain Al-Baydar Springs5. Wooded Strolling Terrain (Not Equipped)6. Public Gardens

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Monuments1. Mar Mtanios (Saint Anthony) Monastery2. Old Al-Shawagher Mill and Caves3. Mar Youssef (Saint Joseph) Church4. Heritage House

Natural Attractions1. Ain (Spring) Abou Fadayel2. Al-Maghara Valley3. Cascade4. Ain Al-Saba'a A’ayoun (Seven Eyes)5. Ain Wadi Al-Assafir6. Jal Al-Dalbeh Spring7. Ain Al-Tineh

Restaurants1. Al-Saba'a A’ayoun Restaurant 08-6452682. Al-Nabi’i Restaurant 08-6450093. Abou Elias Restaurant 03-6859884. Al-Ain Fish Restaurant 08-6701755. Wadi Al-Assafir Park6. Al-Wadi (Valley) Park 03-7539977. Al-Chaharir Park 08-670499

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An annual festival is held on teh 14th of Septemberto celebrate Al-Salib (Cross) feast.

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An annual exhibition is held for a period of three days. The exhibition includes handicrafts, paintings, artisana,

stone sculpting & cottage industry.For more information, please contact Tel.: 03-963328.

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Monuments1. Ancient Stone Quarry2. Takla Citadel3. Old Caves and Pool4. Sultan Ya'acoub Tomb inside an Artificial Cave

Natural Attractions1. A Valley & a Natural cave2. A Pool, Natural & Artificial Caves & Artificial Wells3. Natural Cave

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Monuments1. Boustros Palace

Natural Attractions1. Pine and Egilops Woods Diverse Trees2. Ain Al-Naqayer Spring3. Barouk Cedars4. Ain (Spring) Al-Ouwaitat5. Ain Al-Massafi6. Old Caves

Recreation1. Chateau Kefraya Wine Plant2. Caves Kouroum Kefraya Wine Plant

Restaurants1. Al-Kouroum Restaurant 08-645599 2. Al-Chateau Restaurant 08-645444/645333

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The name Al-Dakweh originates from the Syriac word meaning “place, situation or position.”In this small town, there is a renovated Roman temple that is an excellent example of a temple in a nearly complete condition. There are also some old stone sarcophagi to be found and an ancient necropolis.

Al-Dakweh Distance from Beirut: 61kmAltitude: 900m

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Of Syriac origin, the name Al-Qara’oun means small pumpkin or squash. This town is famous for the Dam that extends along the Litani River and is known as the Al-Qara’oun Dam.” The lake area has a hotel and a number of restaurants specializing in fresh trout. The town also has remnants of Roman funerary caves.

Al-Qara’ounDistance from Beirut: 79kmAltitude: 950m

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Until 1968, this town was known as Hommara, in reference to the red color of its land. According to the Lebanese historians, Fuad Frem Bustani and Jawad Boulos, the King of ancient Egypt, Qara'oun, took some of the town’s rich red soil to make bread ovens.Al-Manara is famous for a Roman shrine upon which a Christian church was later constructed. The site, known as “Kasr Al-Wadi,” still retains its lofty pillars towering high on a hill east of the town.

Al-ManaraDistance from Beirut: 65kmAltitude: 1,150m

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The name Al-Mansoura is an Arabic word and was given to the town by the Chehabi Emirs. The town has a 15 square meter public garden and an artificial lake that has become a natural reserve for all kinds of birds, as well as a major tourist attraction.

Al-MansouraDistance from Beirut: 65kmAltitude: 1,150m

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The history of Bab Mara’a can be traced back to the year 81 B.C., when it is believed that King Kirdones, son of Diodores, offered the god Zens (god of love, also known as Baith Mares) a valuable gift of a lamp in pure gold, in the shape of a boat inscribed with the name of “Baith Mares.” The lamp was found in the early fifties by Boutros Mansour near the water source of Aatouneh. It stands today in the National Museum in Beirut.On the northern hill of Al-Sour in the Bab Mara’a area, remains of old Roman palaces can be found, along with five caves that served as Roman Byzantine cemeteries. They still contain rooms that hold ceramic objects such as old lamps and drawers.The town is situated on the slope of Barouk Mountain, and surrounded by oak and egylops trees. Fruit gardens flourish around the area in summer, reaching the Litani River and forming a beautiful scenic setting.The town is also home to several restaurants, coffee shops and beaches. Rooms are available for visitors who plan to stay overnight to further enjoy the monuments and natural attractions.

Bab Mara’aDistance from Beirut: 72kmAltitude: 950m

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The name Qanafar comes from the Greek word meaning “tall lighthouse.” The Arabic word Khirbet means ruins and was added in reference to the archeological ruins found in the town. However, some researchers argue that the name was chosen for an old king named Qadanfar whose kingdom was demolished. The town became known as Khirbet Qadanfar, and was later modified to Qanafar.In the town, is the Mausoleum of Sheikh Mousafir (the traveler), founder of the Yezides sect. Situated on a hill inside a fenced enclosure, the small shrine has four plain stone walls and a white some. Nearby is also a famous Mediterranean oak canopy covers an estimated area of 500 square meters. In Khirbet Qanafar, there is a rock–cut cave found in the Al-Jawz valley which has ancient inscriptions on its walls.

Khirbet QanafarDistance from Beirut: 86kmAltitude: 1,000m

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The name Saghbine originates from the Aramic language, meaning wild plants and thorns. The town has remnants of old presses and water wells cut in the rocks, as well as the ruins of an old mosque. Beyond the town, the Muslim shrine of Sheikh Hadid, which looks like a heap of stone, stands on an area known as Deir Na’as. In the surrounding area, there are some rock-cut caves with arches and carved seats inside.

SaghbineDistance from Beirut: 71kmAltitude: 1,050m

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The name of the town is Syriac for “Sheep.” A'ana is famous for its grapevines, grain production and fruit trees. There are no historical landmarks in the area.

A’anaDistance from Beirut: 58kmAltitude: 970m

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The name A’ammiq, originally ancient Semitic, means “low or deep” in arabic. There are some sarcophagi and ruins in this town, as well as the shrine of Sit Chihrani, a religious symbol for the Druze Sect. A’ammiq is most noted as a natural beauty spot, with over 100 hectares of wetlands. The Lebanese government plans to officially declare the area as a natural preserve for wildlife, notably birds, fish and turtles. This is a spectacular picnic site. The area is also famous for its fertile agricultural soil and produces vegetables and grains.

A’ammiqDistance from Beirut: 52kmAltitude: 1,050m

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The name A’aitanit can be traced back to the Phoenicians, meaning the water source of the God Tanit. An important landmark in the town is a Roman cave cut in the rocks, with three subterranean chambers. (In addition, several caves are found in the area of Jwar Al-Khan, containing granite tools, pottery, tombs and 40 sarcophagi, as well as oil presses and stone lavers.) It is worthwhile to visit the water source in the center of the town, which is surrounded by a huge rock with Roman inscriptions. There are also remnants of a tower that dates back to the Crusades.

A’aitanitDistance from Beirut: 79kmAltitude: 1,050m

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Opinions about the origin of the town’s name vary. Some historians attribute it to the village’s numerous water springs (Ain) that gush out forming a white foam (Zibda). Others argue that the word stems from the Aramaic language and means the source of giving.” In addition to the water springs, Ain Zebdeh is the site of several funerary caves found in the “valley of the caves” and in the area of Al-Shawagher, next to an old mill. There are also some sarcophagi, temple stones and other debris lying around.

Ain ZebdehDistance from Beirut: 75kmAltitude: 1,050m

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Monuments:1 Old Mill 2 Monastery of Saint Elias Al-Tuwak 3 Heart of Jesus Church 4 Our Lady of Deliverance Church of Roman Catholic Archbishopric 5 Mar Anthonios Church 6 Souk Al-Blatt 7 Saint Nicholas Church of Greek Orthodox Archbishopric 8 Saint Mikhael (Michael) Church 9 Mar Gerges (Saint Georges) Church 10. Saydet (Our Lady) Zalzaly Church 11. Old Serail (Municipality) 12. Our Lady of Zahle & the Beqa'a 13. Mar Boutros & Boulos Church 14. Al-Moualakah Mosque 15. Saint Anthonios Al-Boudwani Church 16. Tomb of Noah 17. Karak Mosque 18. Sarcophagus

Natural Attractions1 Bardaouni River 2 Camping Area 3 Park Al-Bayader

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Natural Attractions1. Ain (Village Spring) Al-Daya'a2. Ain Oum Ali3. Old Oak Tree

Hotels1. Khater Hotel 08-5406592. Chtaura Park Hotel 08-540011/03-5400113. Massabki Hotel 08-540912/544644

Restaurants1. L' Auberge Restaurant 08-540711/5424552. Akl Restaurant 08-5406993. Massabki Restaurant 08-5409124. Hannouch Restaurant 08-540136

Recreation1. Kortbawi Tavern 08-5401742. Nakad Tavern 08-5401913. Brun Tavern 08-540114/814814/03-6569254. Swimming Pool near L'Auberge Restaurant 08-5424555. Special Suite for Artistic Pictures & Antiques inside Hannouch Restaurant 08-540136

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Monuments1. Al-Saydeh (Our Lady) Orthodox Church2. Saydet Al-Rossol (Our lady of Apostles) Convent and Institute (A Huge Institute Includes Several Buildings. It is Considered Among the Most Important Cultural and Scientific Centers in Beqa’a)3. Al-Nabi (Prophet) Elias Sanctuary4. Fakhreddine Citadel5. Mar Elias Al-Hayy Church & Monastery (Old Church)6. Cemetery of the Unknown French Soldier7. Haidara Cave (Al-Chams Temple) Phoenician Ruins cut into the Middle of the Mountain where the Sun Used to be Worshiped during the Phoenician & Assyrian Era.8. Old Assyrian Vestiges & Rocky Sculptures9. Qab Elias Old Mosque (Old Structure from the Turkish Era)

Natural Attractions1. Qab Elias Plain2. Gardens of Fruitful Trees & Summer Cultivations3. Ras Al-Ain Springs4. Ras Al-Ain Caves for Nature & Exploration Amateurs Old Caves in the Middle of the Mountain (Refer to the Municipality)5. Public Garden6. Camping Area

Restaurants1. Old River Restaurant (Restaurant, Park, Garden for Children in Open Air) 08-5013092. Dany Snack 08-501010/03-6636223. Al-A’aili (Family) Restaurant4. Pasta La Caza Restaurant 08-5000235. Abdo Snack 03-9102646. Al-Didi Restaurant 08-5008507. Farrouj Al-Emir Restaurant 08-5010738. Elias Al-Akouri Restaurant 08-500199

Recreation1. Central Vegetables Souk (The Biggest Market & Exhibition of Agricultural Products in Lebanon & the Middle East)2. Clue Saint Thomas (Winery, Exhibition, Cafeteria, Tourism Center in the middle of Vineyards, accepting Touristic Groups All Year Round)

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Handicrafts: Needlework, Painting (Michel Saliba) and Drawing on Wood. For More Information, Please Contact the Municipality Tel.: 08-925372An Annual Festival takes place on the 20th of July of each year (Mar Elias Festival). It includes games, kermes, handicrafts and antiques.

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The name Zahle is Syriac and means “shifting or moving” in reference to the erodible quality of the soil in this part of the valley of Zahle. Zahle is notable for its traditional red-roofed houses, arcades and decorated facades typical of 19th century architecture. The town is also the home of 38 churches and 7 mosques. It is renowned as “the City of Wine and Poetry” and with good reason, for it is rich in both: vineyards that grow abundantly and feed the famed Zahle araq, wine industries, and poets who enjoy international repute. Zahle is also famous for serving a relishing array of mezze that have earned the appellation mezzeh Zahlawiye(Zahle mezze).The area of Zahle has a long history of wine making that can be traced back to early antiquity. The industry was revived with the arrival of the Jesuits in the year 1864, who settled in Ksara on the southern part of town and re-opened the extensive underground caves built around a natural grotto by the Romans. Each year, in the month of September, Zahle celebrates the Festival of Vine. The week-long Festival encompasses many cultural and musical events. The festivities are crowned with the election of ‘Miss Vine” in a carnival- like atmosphere, and cars are decorated with flowers representing national symbols.Noah's Karak, or the tomb of Noah, is found one kilometer away from the center of Zahle in the village mosque. It is 42 meters long and 2.5 meters wide. The mosque itself was built with reused Roman stones and is decorated with ancient Arabic inscriptions.

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The name Kfar Zabad is Aramaic and means the town of the god Zabad (the Semitic god for giving). The town has remains of two Roman temples; a rock-cut relief of Venus, locally called Bint Al-Malik (king’s daughter); and an array of temple stones and sarcophagi. For spelunking, there is a natural cave with stalactite and stalagmite, which can be explored to a depth of 125 meters.

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The name Niha originates from the Syriac word meaning the rested or the dreamer.” The town is reached by taking the Chtaura-Zahle road to Ableh, where a sign marks the turn to the village of Niha. Located in the village is an imposingly beautiful temple to the Syro-Phenoecian god Hadaranes, which has been restored by the General Directorate of Antiquities. At its entrance, it retains a well-preserved relief carving of a priest making an offering to the deities. There is another smaller temple nearby, presumably dedicated to the divinity related to water. Though unrestored, this temple retains the traces of its past magnificence. After visiting Niha, a steep dirt-path, usually traveled by foot, leads to Hosn Niha (the fortress of Niha”) and two partially preserved Roman temples.

NihaDistance from Beirut: 61kmAltitude: 1,200m

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According to historical chronicles, Walid I Ibn Abed Al-Malik, Caliph of the Umayyads, founded A'anjar in the early 8th century because of its strategic position on the main caravan road from the coast to Damascus. A'anjar played a historical role in the trade routes leading to Damascus and was also a summer and hunting resort for the Caliph. This beautiful town was built on the remains of several ancient civilizations - Greco-Roman and Byzantine. It is set in a large rectangular enclosure, each wall with an imposing gate

A'anjar 1/2Distance from Beirut: 58kmAltitude: 900m

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The name Jditah has its origin the Semitic language, meaning “severance or separation. This small town enjoys a special geographical location that allows it to promote health tourism. Its archeological sites are limited to some temple stones and remnants of old jars.

JditahDistance from Beirut: 40kmAltitude: 900-1,100m

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protected by towers, and each of the four gates connected to the one opposite by a straight wide street, dividing the city into four quarters. The two main streets are flanked by shops, while historical remnants of mosques, baths, palaces and other residences are scattered all over the four quarters of the city. The use of limestone columns in the Byzantine style indicates the Umayyads’ dependence on the architectural traditions of other cultures. More evidence to the Greco-Roman tradition can be seen in the engravings and decorative motifs of the Palace.The name A'anjar comes from Arabic word Ain Gerrha (the source of Gerrha), the name of the spring in the ancient city of Gerrha founded in the area during Hellenistic times. Today A'anjar is a prominent tourist destination, with a number of restaurants and picnic sites. It is also home to three Armenian churches. In 1984, UNESCO included A'anjar on its list of World Heritage Monuments.

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The name Chtaura is of Syriac origins, meaning “the foot of the mountain.” Chtaura is divided into two parts: old and new. It is one of Lebanon’s main summer resorts and is also known as the main trade center for the Beqa'a.

ChtauraDistance from Beirut: 44kmAltitude: 950m

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According to some researchers, the name Qab Elias is Aramaic and means “the walled enclosure of the god Elias.” Others claim that the name originates from the Latin word meaning “facing the sun.” Qab Elias has ruins of a Roman temple, funerary caves, and an Assyrian rock-cut altar high on a cliff, resembling an obelisk with a relief depicting a lion on top and two calves on the sides. There is also a shrine for the prophet Elijah, built by the Emperor Constantine. High above the town stands the ruins of a fortress built by Prince Fakhreddine, from where he launched the battle of A'anjar.

Qab EliasDistance from Beirut: 45kmAltitude: 950-1,250m

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Of Syriac origin, the name Qousaya means “woodcutters’ village.” In this town sits the remnants of a famous citadel, known as ‘the citadel of Quboh, as well as some pillars with cornices similar to the pillars of Ba'albeck. Subterranean chambers with rock-cut tombs can be found at the foot of the mountain facing the town.

QousayaDistance from Beirut: 75kmAltitude: 1,100m

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The town’s name comes from the Syriac word meaning “the pasture.” There are no historical landmarks remaining to testifies to this town’s past

Ra’aitDistance from Beirut: 65kmAltitude: 950m

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Majdel A’anjar was named in reference to the town of A’anjar, where it means in Syriac “A’anjar's Tower.” Majdel A’anjar derives its name from Al-Hosn citadel situated above the town, and which has been occupied simultaneously by Romans and Crusaders, and then transformed by Abdul Malak into a beautiful minaret including a stone ladder ending at a height of 12 meters. During the years of war, the citadel has been robbed and pillaged. The Ministry of Tourism placed it on its list in 1997 and started its renovation and rehabilitation.Majdel A’anjar has witnessed recently noticeable development, on the construction, cultural and trade levels. This development has been mainly triggered by Al-Masna'a center, considered as a main gate liking Lebanon to other Arab countries.

Majdel A’anjarDistance from Beirut: 59kmAltitude: 1000m

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B&B/Guesthouse/Auberge/Hostel AFDC Hostel (MFDCL)Ramlieh, Aley Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)3-493281/848412Fax: +961-(0)5-280430Email: [email protected] Website: www.afdc.org.lbNumber of Guest Rooms: 22 Rooms

Al-KouraTell Square, Tripoli, North LebanonTel.: +961-(0)3-326803/(0)3-371041Number of Guest Rooms: 7 Rooms

Al-RashidJdaydet Al-Fekha, Baalbeck Caza, Beqa’aTel.: +961-(0)3-218048Email: [email protected] of Guest Rooms: 3 Rooms

Auberge Al-Fanar/Auberge SalhaTyre, South LebanonTel.: +961-(0)7-741111/(0)3-665016Fax: +961-(0)7-678673Email: [email protected] of Guest Rooms: 8 Rooms

L'Auberge des CedresCedars, Bcharre Caza, North LebanonTel.: +961-(0)6-678888/(0)3-566953Fax: +961-(0)6-678073Email: [email protected] Website: www.smresorts.netNumber of Guest Rooms: 17 Rooms

Auberge Ecoclub BcharreBcharre, Bcharre Caza, North LebanonTel.: +961-(0)3-832060/(0)6-678488Fax: +961-(0)6-678488Email: [email protected] Website: www.ecoclub-becharre.orgNumber of Guest Rooms: 4 Rooms

L'Auberge FaqraFaqra, Kesrouan Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)9-300600/(0)3-211127Fax: +961-(0)9-300610Email: [email protected] Website: www.faqraclub.comNumber of Guest Rooms: 25 Rooms

Auberge SuisseOuyoune Al-Simane (near Faraya), Metn Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)9-341015/341028/(0)3-221344Fax: +961-(0)9-341015Number of Guest Rooms: 11 Rooms & 4 Dormitory (64 Rooms)

Auberge WehbeJezzine, Jezzine Caza, South LebanonTel.: +961-(0)7-780217/(0)7-781009Fax: +961-(0)7-781011Number of Guest Rooms: 26 Rooms

Badre Badre LeoneGhosta, Kesrouan Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)3-850494Email: [email protected] of Guest Rooms: 2 Rooms

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B&B/Guesthouse/Auberge/Hostel La BastideDeir Al-Qamar, Chouf Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)5-505849/505848Fax: +961-(0)5-505849Email: [email protected] of Guest Rooms: 6 Rooms

La CabaneCedars, Bcharre Caza, North LebanonTel.: +961-(0)6-678067/(0)3-321575Number of Guest Rooms: 12 Rooms

Chagour HammanaHammana, Baabda Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)3-360027Number of Guest Rooms: 18 Rooms

Couvent St.Michel (Arc en Ciel)Maaser Al-Chouf, Chouf Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)3-216271/(0)1-546630/546631/546632Fax: +961-(0)5-350451/350452Number of Guest Rooms: 10 Rooms

Guesthouse Nassim AshkarKhraiybeh, Chouf Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)3-655670Email: [email protected] of Guest Rooms: 3 Rooms

Hardini Inn Hardine, Batroun Caza, North LebanonTel.: +961-(0)6-770500/770501/770502Fax: +961-(0)6-770502Email: [email protected] Website: www.hardiniinn.comNumber of Guest Rooms: 36 Beds

Lebanese HostAchrafieh, Beirut, LebanonTel.: +961-(0)3-513766Fax: +961-(0)1-614678Email: [email protected] Website: www.hotelibaniais.com

The Lebanese Youth Hostels FederationLocations: Zefta (Nabatieh Region), Ramlieh (Aley Region), Zahle,Jouar-Khenchara (Metn Region), Mea'ad (Jbeil Region) & Ras Al-Metn (Ba'abda Region), Arz (Bcharre Region) Tel..: +961-(0)1-426810Fax: +961-(0)1-426810Email: [email protected]

Motel HayekRue Ibn Sina, Tripoli, North LebanonTel.: +961-(0)6-601311Number of Guest Rooms: 10 Rooms

Nature Guest HouseTyre, South LebanonTel.: +961-(0)1-791140/343740/(0)3-349812Email: [email protected] of Guest Rooms: 3 Rooms

Oasis St. CharbelNear St. Maron Monastery, Annaya, Jbeil Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)9-760241Fax: +961-(0)9-760135Email: [email protected] of Guest Rooms: 26 Rooms

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B&B/Guesthouse/Auberge/Hostel Orange House - MansouriEl Mansouri, Tyre Caza, South LebanonTel.: +961-(0)7-320063Number of Guest Rooms: 2 Rooms

Pension Al-NazihSaifi, Beirut, LebanonTel.: +961-(0)1-564868/(0)3-271798Fax: +961-(0)1-564868Email: [email protected] Website: www.pension-alnazih.8m.comNumber of Guest Rooms: 20 Rooms

Pension HaddadTripoli, North LebanonTel..: +961-(0)6-624392/(0)3-507709Email: [email protected] of Guest Rooms: 8 Rooms

Pension Home ValeryAin Al-Mreisseh, Beirut, LebanonTel.: +961-(0)1-362169/(0)3-725348Email: [email protected] of Guest Rooms: 17 Rooms

Pension ShumanRas Al-Ain, Baalbeck, Beqa’aTel.: +961-(0)8-370160Number of Guest Rooms: 4 Rooms

Pension St. JosephCoast Road, Jounieh, Kesrouan Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)9-931189Number of Guest Rooms: 12 Rooms

Talal's New HotelNear Charles Helou Station, Beirut, LebanonTel.: +961-(0)1-562567Fax: +961-(0)1-562567Email: [email protected], [email protected] of Guest Rooms: 8 Rooms

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Camping/Ecolodge/Outdoor ActivitiesAl-Jord EcolodgeNear Hermel, Hermel Caza, Beqa’a - Akkar, DinneyehTel.: +961-(0)3-235303/648963Fax: +961-(0)9-944529/(0)1- 382624Email: [email protected] Website: www.aljord.org

Bzebdine Hidden Valley RanchBzebdine, Baabda Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)3-339370/410605/466662Fax: +961-(0)4-542878Email: [email protected] Website: www.jump.to/ahorse

Camping Les ColombesAmchit, Jbeil Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)9-622401/622402/(0)3-342312Fax: +961-(0)9-622402Email: [email protected]

Nature Refuge (SPNL)Barouk, Chouf Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)3-349812/(0)1-343740Fax: +961-(0)1-343740Email: [email protected]

Lehfed Country Camping & PicnicLehfed, Jbeil Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)3-324202/(0)9-621139

Libana Eco-Fun CampTabarja. Jbeil Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)3-747282/(0)1-242601Fax: +961-(0)1-242601Email: [email protected]

La Reserve AfqaAfqa, Jbeil Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)3-633 644/727484/(0)1-498775/498776Fax: +961-(0)1-492660Email: [email protected] Website: www.lareserve.com.lb

Sharewood CampBanadil Road, Baabdat, Metn Caza, Mount LebanonTel.: +961-(0)3-294298Fax: +961-(0)1-891741Email: [email protected] Website: www.sharewoodcamp.com

Tanail PropertyTanail, Zahle Caza, BekaaTel.: +961-(0)8-510135/(0)3-744047/735795Email: [email protected] Website: www.massaya.com

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Tour Organizers Specializing in Nature, Adventure, & Cultural TourismALES Caving ClubAssociation Libanaise d’Études SpeleologiquesTel.: +961-(0)3-291018/666469/666401Email: [email protected] Website: www.alesliban.org

Cyclamen Destination NatureTel.: +961-(0)4-414697/(0)3-218048Fax: +961-(0)4-402634Email: [email protected] Website: www.tlb.com.lb

Esprit NomadeTel.: +961-(0)3-223552/(0)9-635294Fax: +961-(0)9-635294Email: [email protected] Website: www.esprit-nomade.com

Exit to NatureTel.: +961-(0)3-270592/684556/985066/(0)1-562526Fax: +961-(0)1-562526Email: [email protected] Website: www.exittonature.com

Friends of Nature with no BoundariesTel.: +961-(0)3-340058Fax: +961-(0)1-705875Email: [email protected]

GERSL Caving ClubTel.: +961-(0)3-275353/240013Fax: +961- (0)4-542960Email: [email protected]

Ibex EcotourismTel.: +961-(0)1-216299/(0)3-731629Fax: +961-(0)1-339629Email: [email protected] Website: www.1stlebanon.net/lebanon/ibex.html

Lebanese AdventureTel.: +961-(0)1-398996/(0)3-360027/214989Fax: +961-(0)1-398996Email: [email protected] Website: www.lebanese-adventure.com

Liban TrekTel.: +961-(0)1-329975/(0)3-291616Fax: +961-(0)1-329956Email: [email protected] Website: www.libantrek.com

Lebanon RoutsTel.: +961-(0)3-199338/(0)9-638128Email: [email protected]

OX-SportTel.: +961-(0)3-669519Email: [email protected]/[email protected]

Saad Tours - DMC (Destination Management Company)Tel.: +961-(0)1-429429 - ext.114Email: [email protected] Website: www.saadtours.com

SkiLeb / Grey Matter s.a.r.l.Tel.: +961-(0)3-359073/236623Email: [email protected] Website: www.skileb.com

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Tour Organizers Specializing in Nature, Adventure, & Cultural TourismSpeleoClub du LibanTel.: +961- (0)3-224731Fax: +961-(0)1-290306Email: [email protected] Website: www.speleoliban.com

Sport EvasionTel.: +961-(0)1-879224/(0)3-451560Fax: +961-(0)1-879225Email: [email protected] Website: www.sportevasion.com

Sport NatureTel.: +961-(0)3-678398/(0)1-382141Fax: +961-(0)1-382141Email: [email protected] Website: www.flck.org

Thermique School of Paragliding Tel.: +961-(0)3-288193/(0)9-237193Fax: +961-(0)9-237193Email: [email protected] Website: www.clubthermique.com.lb

TLB Destination AdventureTel.: +961-(0)3-595283/(0)4-419848Fax: +961-(0)4-402634Email: [email protected] Website: www.tlb.com.lb

W Expeditions Int’lTel.: +961-(0)4-820984/(0)3-293210Fax: +961-(0)4-820984Email: [email protected]

Wild DiscoveryTel.: +961-(0)1-565646/(0)3-852815Fax: +961-(0)4-820984Email: [email protected] Website: www.wilddiscovery.com.lb

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Qada’ West Beqa’a»Hô¨dG ´É≤ÑdG AÉ°†b

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Qada’ RachayaÉ«°TGQ AÉ°†b

Qada’ West Beqa’a»Hô¨dG ´É≤ÑdG AÉ°†b

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Qada’ Zahle

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