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Art & Culture in Lebanon
Ziyad

3 must-visit museums in Lebanon

Nestled in the heart of the Middle East, Lebanon, this small country of a few million inhabitants (5 million to be exact), is a country with a rich historical heritage. Castles, churches and museums are particularly appreciated by visitors, because they allow you to completely immerse yourself in the local culture. Here are three museums you absolutely must visit during your next trips to Lebanon. https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba6Uv4jlt3U/ https://www.instagram.com/p/Baqf8_ZBFNl/ The National Museum of Beirut A true little cradle of the history and prehistory of Lebanon, the national museum of Beirut has in its ground floor space, 83 large pieces including mainly sarcophagi, statues, mosaics and bas-reliefs dating from the 3rd millennium BC to the Byzantine period. The upper gallery, for its part, houses 1,250 archaeological pieces, completely retracing Prehistory up to the Mamluk period. https://www.instagram.com/p/BZOnovGBoEk/ This museum houses the largest collection of archaeological artifacts in the region. It is the ideal place to immerse yourself in the history of Lebanon, from prehistory to the 16th century. It impresses with these unique pieces cast in concrete to avoid bombing during the civil war. The richness of his works makes this museum a perfect example of the historical richness of Lebanon. A place to absolutely visit for better

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Art & Culture in Lebanon
Ziyad

The Beiteddine Festival, the place to be Lebanon

Are you planning to stay in Lebanon in July and August? Don't miss the Beit Ed Dine Festival, one of the most famous cultural events in the Middle East. Every year, the grounds of the Beiteddine Palace host performances of opera, rock songs and jazz. But the Baalbeck festival is the best known and most spectacular of all because it has brought together the greatest artists in the world since 1956. https://www.instagram.com/p/B0E03qOIChY/ https://www.instagram.com /p/B0qGsy9nlDY/ Beiteddine is a charming little town perched in the Chouf mountains. A true masterpiece of Lebanese architecture from the beginning of the 19th century, the construction of which took place over approximately 36 years. The Beit Ed Dine Palace sits on a promontory overlooking terraced mountains. This magnificent work was built by Emir Bechir Chehab II. https://www.instagram.com/p/BjzFNRqAMz3/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BuuCMWNgj83/ This small town is accessible by two main roads: the first goes south from Beirut, then turns east at Damour to return to the northeast and finally reach Beit Ed Dine; the other route crosses the mountains via the Damascus highway and enters the Chouf at Mudairej, before passing through Ain Dara, Ain Zhalta and finally the cedars of Barouk. https://www.instagram.com/p/B0gZQSapOLb/ https://www.instagram.com/p/B19ey7QpMaT/ Au

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