Tallet Em Saeed – Kfarkatra, Kfar Qatra
Tallet Em Saeed – Kfarkatra, Kfar Qatra 15 min, uphill hike from the asphalt road above the cemeteries, breathtaking view from the hanging rock. Not recommended for children.
Al Sifa fort – قلعة آل سيفا
Al Sifa fort – قلعة آل سيفا Very similar to Ras el Franj, fortress, in Jezzine over the Awali river, in terms of architecture & location. It is perched on a hill in a valley surrounded by mountains and a river. The outlook of the fortress from beneath is terrifying and overwhelming. Few structures remain […]
Chateau Bybline
If you are looking for a non-commercial high quality wine, you should visit this winery in Wata El Jawz. The visit with Mr. Charbel to the winery was pleasant as he is incredibly friendly and professional with over 50 years of experience. The wine is delicious and exceptionally different to the commercial brands on the […]
Ruins of Tyre – Necropolis | آثار صور – المقابرة
Ruins of Tyre – Necropolis | آثار صور – المقابرة Amazing & impressive site, especially The Triumphal Arch. Had some difficulty to find the main entrance in order to pay the entrance fee because we entered from the Hippodrome section. The necropolis, constituting the principal entrance of the town in antique times is a must […]
Beaufort castle/fortress – قلعة شقيف ارنون
Beaufort castle/fortress – قلعة شقيف ارنون A magical fortress (despite the destruction) that has been done by the Israelis and other armed groups. Ingenious military site built on a vantage point that only modern technology can reach, will visit it again, again and again. حصن سحري (على الرغم من الدمار) الذي قام به الإسرائيليون والجماعات […]
Habbariyeh Roman Temple / Baal Jad
Habbariyeh Roman Temple – Baal Jad One of the smallest Roman Temples I have seen so far. The site is worth a visit if you are around the area. Despite it’s small size, a lot of interesting details are well preserved.
Dubay Fortress, Chaqra, Bint Jbeil – شقرا, بنت جبيل, قلعة دوبيه
Dubay Fortress, Chaqra, Bint Jbeil – شقرا, بنت جبيل, قلعة دوبيه We visited it on our way to Tyre (sour). A place not to missed if you are in the south, you will notice the fortress and you will be immediately interested in checking it. Situated on a steep and narrow spur running into the […]
D’almaz Grotto – مغارة الدالماز
D’almaz Grotto is found in Tourza, North of Lebanon. Is the Grotto a resting home of some Phoenician kings? A crusader fortress, later turned into a monastery? I didn’t find any definitive clue or reference. In order to reach this site, one needs to be fit and ready to track on the goats’ trail, the […]
Tourza phoenician ruins, tombs
On your way up to Bsharri or Zgharta district, or down to Koura, turn on this site in Tourza. The location is about 7 minutes walk from the asphalt road. على طريق صعودك الى قضاء بشرّي او زغرتا, او نزولا الى الكورة حوّل على هذا الموقع في طورزا. الموقع بعيد حوالي 7 دقائق سيرا عن […]