Villages & Landscapes in Lebanon

Located at the top of a hill in Metn, Broummana or Broumana or Broumena is a true traditional resort known throughout the Middle East region. The reputation of this village comes mainly from its hotels, its pleasant climate, its greenery and its summer nightlife. Located just a 20-minute drive from the capital, the place offers stunning views of Beirut and the coastline. It is therefore a must during your vacation in Lebanon! Once considered a true summer resort, Broummana was the favorite tourist destination for wealthy travelers from Gulf countries. After having lost a little of its splendor among these tourists, whose number has dropped considerably following successive geopolitical tensions in the region, the village has gradually regained color by becoming a prestigious tourist destination for a new type of clientele. , more diverse. The renovation of infrastructure (roads, sidewalks, building facades) makes it a pleasant destination with its numerous hotels, restaurants and cafes. Nicknamed “the city of flowers”, Broumana impresses with the magnificent facades of its traditional houses decorated with multicolored bouquets, its thousands of majestic pines which add shade to

Illustrative photo of the article: trainstationleb On vacation in Lebanon? Without hesitation, organize a special day dedicated to an outing with friends or family to visit the famous Bekaa plain! Photo: richardbshara The Bekaa is a valley which rises to approximately 900 meters in height, extending in length from north to south, and bordered by the massifs of Mount Lebanon on the one hand and those of Anti-Lebanon on the other. This plain is home to many tourist attractions and important cities in Lebanon such as the temples of Bacchus, the city of Zahle and Anjar, the cradle of the Umayyads. Return to Phoenician and Roman times with an impromptu visit to the ancient city of Baalbek, located to the north of the valley. Listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO for its ancient ruins, including the majestic Temple of Bacchus, the Temple of Venus, the Temple of Jupiter and its six granite columns, this place is worth a detour to enrich your cultural knowledge of the city and in its surroundings. Particularly appreciated by the Lebanese, the regional capital Zahlé is located further south, in a charming wine-growing setting which owes its fame to its numerous gastronomic specialties as well as to

If you want to visit one of the oldest cities on the planet, still inhabited today, start with the old town of Byblos. A true ancient city, the city of Byblos, in Lebanon, has been inhabited by humankind for more than 7000 years. And since then, its historic city, its commercial tradition, its ramparts which date from the time of the Crusades and its old souks continue to interest visitors from all over the world. Like Lebanon, its country, the city of Byblos still retains today the traces of the many civilizations that crossed paths there. You will easily see this by visiting the numerous architectural and historical sites which adorn its streets. The ancient site of the city is among the must-see places to visit in Byblos. This part of the city houses most of the vestiges of Byblos' past: Roman columns, Persian fortifications, Crusader citadel and Phoenician walls. The tombs of the kings of Byblos are also worth a detour, notably that of Ahiram. The oldest inscription in Phenicia is lying on his sarcophagus which is now exhibited in the Beirut museum. Beyond this historic landscape, the medieval port also constitutes a true symbol of the old town of Byblos. He is

Today, I take you to the sumptuous village of Deir el Qamar, where a beneficial and idyllic atmosphere reigns... Heading south, following the coastal road towards Damour from Beirut, then branching off towards the mountain, you reach Deir el-Qamar, literally “The Convent of the Moon”. This magnificent little village, located at an altitude of 850 m, is bordered, on the right, by the beaches of Damour and on the left, by the majestic Chouf mountains, where nature reserves and the Cedars of Chouf stand. The Chouf mountains, fiercely protected by the inhabitants of Deir el Qamar, are exceptionally green. They are full of streams and rivers majestically bordered by olive trees, apple trees and crops of grapes and vines. Deir el-Qamar is characterized by its beautiful stone houses and red tiled roofs which face the Beiteddine Palace, of which I reported my visit in this article. Some houses date from the beginning of the 20th century, and are still in very good condition. Not to mention the gardens and vegetation, simply magnificent. The village has ten churches including seven Maronites, one Orthodox and two

80 km of marked trails, peaking at an altitude of 1,850 to 2,465 meters, Faraya offers a breathtaking view. Visiting for a weekend or for a long stay on the heights of Mount Lebanon, Faraya is one of the best places to appreciate varied landscapes, rich in contrasts. This destination is suitable for a stay in winter as well as in summer. But let's see what it looks like in photos! Faraya's tourism history began in 1960, when a group of passionate Lebanese skiers built the first four ski chalets and installed the first ski lift imported from Switzerland in the area. Three years later, with funding from a visionary banker and a member of the Lebanese parliament, the Faraya station developed and became, after the 75-90 war, one of the best known in Lebanon. With an area of almost 160,000 m², the resort is a reference place for the Lebanese jet set, in winter as in summer. At the top of Mzaar, the highest point, one can admire the Bekaa valley, Mount Hermon in Anti-Lebanon and other peaks such as Zaarour, Laqlouq and the Cedars. This locality

Photo credit. Classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, Tire is one of the most popular seaside towns in Lebanon. Many foreign visitors and tourists go to Tire (or Sour in Arabic) to stay in this idyllic place, bordered by 7 kilometers of beach. This seaside resort, also very popular with the Lebanese, is decorated with a small fishing port, an ideal place of tranquility for a romantic stroll. The Corniche de Tire is to this town in southern Lebanon what the Promenade des Anglais is to Nice. This pleasant place is ideal for a stroll alone or with friends, on the seafront, between the blue of the ocean on one side and the warm atmosphere of the city on the other. Between cafes, restaurants, modern buildings and luxurious hotels, the walk is very pleasant. You can also take advantage of the corniche for a good jog. Tire's beaches are at the southern end of the city, close to the nature reserve. Moreover, the beaches of Tire are among the most famous in Lebanon. Fine sand, guinguettes and hookah for a much more reasonable price than the other beaches of Lebanon, because the beaches of

Another Lebanese city that is definitely worth the detour! Batroun is a perfect city for walkers. This small coastal town charms its visitors with its pretty little streets where antique houses, old churches, magnificent gardens and a whole range of archaeological remains intertwine. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jacki Ueng 🧿 (@bohemianvagabond) Located 54 km north of Beirut, Batroun is an essential stop during a trip to Lebanon. For many, the city is a real favorite that invites you to travel. It is one of the most interesting towns to visit on the Lebanese coast, with Jounieh and Byblos. This small town draws its charm particularly from the streets of its old quarter where small shops and nice restaurants coexist. See this post on Instagram A post shared by MeetBatroun (@meetbatroun) In Batroun, a visit to Saint-Etienne Cathedral (Mar Estephan) is essential. Located on the edge of the Mediterranean, this superb century-old cathedral is one of the most beautiful in Lebanon. See this post on Instagram A post shared by 𝑬𝒎𝒎𝒂 🎻 (@emma_photojournal) For shopping enthusiasts, the old souk of Batroun is a place

Horch Ehden is a legendary place whose landscapes constitute a true emblem of Lebanese forest heritage. It is one of the most beautiful natural reserves in Lebanon where the environment and biodiversity are at the heart of all action. A place located 3.5 km north of Ehden, a beautiful village known for its souk and its square, vestiges of the Middle Ages. https://www.instagram.com/p/B2B-3HlJkbr/ Built against a backdrop of snow in winter or bright sunshine in summer, the Horch Ehden nature reserve is dominated by a forest massif whose richness exceeds all expectations. This exceptional place is worth a detour all year round, whatever the season. It is also this mythical forest that inspired Jabbour Douaihy, the Lebanese writer who won the 2000 Saint-Exupéry prize in hand for his illustrated work entitled “The soul of the Horch Ehden forest”. https://www.instagram.com/p/BVwuBAehne4/ Perched in the mountains, 30 km east of Tripoli, the Horch Ehden nature reserve has majestic cherry trees. Trees that offer generous fleshy fruits to walkers from the first meters of the path. The ascent can be quite long up to the “hairy” oak which marks the entrance to the reserve. On the way, the sun shines