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Faraya

01:00 minutes by car

Mzaar Kfardebian (formerly Faraya Mzaar) is a ski area in Lebanon and the largest ski resort in the Middle East. It is located one hour away from Beirut.

Skiing areas:
The skiing season in Lebanon is similar in length to that of the Alps stretching over a period of 4 months. Skiers, snowboarders, snowmobile addicts, cross-country lovers come to Mzaar hotel from all parts of the country.
Starting at 1850m, you may reach the 2465m top of Mzaar and enjoy the breathtaking view over the colorful Bekaa valley, Mount Hermon of the Anti-Lebanon and other peaks like Laqlouq and The Cedars.

Archaeological Museum of the American University of Beirut

00:10 minutes by car

The museum is the third oldest museum in the Near East. Found in 1863, These unique resources for scientific research and education are the only collections that represent the biodiversity of our area: Bronze Age to Roman, Stone age to the Islamic…

Baalbek

02:20 minutes by car

This Phoenician city, where a triad of deities was worshipped, was known as Heliopolis during the Hellenistic period. It retained its religious function during Roman times, when the sanctuary of the Heliopolitan Jupiter attracted thousands of pilgrims. Baalbek, with its colossal structures, is one of the finest examples of Imperial Roman architecture at its apogee.

Sursock Museum

00:08 minutes by car

The Sursock Museum is a splendid example of 19th century Levantine architecture. Impeccably preserved, the magnificent house was one of 30 Italian-style mansions overlooking the Port of Beirut and built by wealthy Greek Orthodox merchants. The interior is an exquisite combination of dark wood paneling, marble floors, and neo- Arabesque antique furnishings. Permanent exhibits at the museum include Japanese-print and Muslim-art displays. Temporary exhibits focus on contemporary Lebanese art.

Saifi Village

00:06 minutes by car

Saifi Village, a residential and artistic neighborhood in Beirut Central District, is a unique art and shopping destination with more than 50 boutiques of art galleries, fashion designers, antiques, traditional crafts, interior and home decorating, wellness centers, restaurants, coffee shops, a central public square, and many public gardens.

Saifi Village is a welcoming home for renowned and young talents, and the ideal meeting point for design lovers, gastronome, and families enjoying green spaces and pedestrian alleys.

The art district bears the visible mark of Lebanese vernacular heritage and combines the enchantment of the traditional Levantine architecture with the conveniences of modern urban life.

Phoenicia

Phoenicia Hotel is within walking distance to a host of art, shopping, dining and entertainment spaces. Overlooking the Mediterranean, next to trendy Zaitunay Bay marina and Beirut’s famous Corniche, it is only ten minutes from the airport. Close by, Beirut Souks and Downtown are a hive of characterful bars, cafes and restaurants.

Horsh Beirut

00:15 minutes by car

The 40,000-sq-metre pine forest on the edge of Beirut at Horsh Beirut also called Horsh al Sanawbar, newly opened to the public, is a cool, deliciously green respite from the city with a playground for children.

Garden of forgiveness

00:05 minutes by car

Hadiqat al Samah in Arabic, this place has long been in development Solidère in Downtown.  The garden is on an archeological site flanked by two churches and two mosques. Its name reflects the concept that lasting peace can only be achieved when people are able to embrace forgiveness.

Garden of Forgiveness responds to its context by integrating the archaeological heritage of a city which has been destroyed and rebuilt many times. Kathryn Gustasfon has been charged with fulfilling this formidable task. Garden of Forgiveness makes scaled references to Lebanon’s wider landscape and cultural heritage.

Soap Museum

01:00 minutes by car

The Soap Museum is located inside Sidon's old town and is part of the Audi Islet. a soap factory that dates as far back as the 17th century and that has been transformed into the Soap Museum, an early 20th-century family residence located right above the museum.
The soap factory's restoration was initiated by the Audi family and now the Soap Museum showcases many varieties of handmade soap while detailing the stages of soap manufacturing and the diversity of its properties

Quadisha valley

02:00 minutes by car

The Qadisha Valley is located North of Mount-Lebanon chain, at the foot of Mount al-Makmel and West of the Forest of the Cedars of God. The Holy River Qadisha, celebrated in the Scriptures, runs through the Valley. The Forest of the Cedars of God is located on Mount Makmel, between 1900 and 2050 m altitude and to the East of the village of Bcharré.
The rocky cliffs of the Qadisha Valley have served over centuries as a place for meditation and refuge. The Valley comprises the largest number of monasteries and hermitages dating back to the very first spread of Christianism. The main monasteries are those of St Anthony of Quzhayya, Our Lady of Hauqqa, Qannubin.

Roman Bath

00:10 minutes by car

Situated behind Bank Street, the site is surrounded by a garden which attempts to recreate the atmosphere of ancient Roman gardens. In addition, there is a small amphitheater for open-air concerts.
Rue Riad El Solh, Beirut Central District (Downtown)

Zaitunay Bay

00:04 minutes by car

Zaitunay Bay, Beirut’s new entertainment destination has opened since December 2011.
Located around Beirut Marina at Minet El Hosn, The destination is accessible to the general public with the promenade on the upper level linking the public sidewalk to the marin boardwalk.
Visitors enjoy a selection of 17 restaurants and coffee shops menus that are sure to satisfy their demanding palettes and/or indulge into some artistic or sports activities at the two activity centers or stroll down the select boutiques. It is an exclusive and luxurious destination rivaling the best to offer.

The Corniche

00:07 minutes by car

Just mention its name, the corniche and your spirit will wander .Turn your back onto the city for a few hours and gaze onto infinity .The corniche stretches on and time forgets itself. It leads past the city s landmark pigeon rock. People come here from all over Beirut to jog alone or in groups ,to eat kaak ,lupins and foul ,smoke the narguile ,fish for sultan Ibrahim…..

Al Amin Mosque

00:04 minutes by car

By its architecture the mosque has an Ottoman aspect, recalling Aghia Sophia of Constantinople, with however a Lebanese touch and illustrations and various details in Mamluke Egyptian style. Standing not far from the Mediterranean Sea, vast and likewise blue, it faces the Monument of the Martyrs, heroes of Lebanese independence.

St. Nicholas Garden

00:05 minutes by car

Enjoy one of Beirut’s rare and historic green spots at St. Nicholas Garden, opened in 1964 and designed by Lebanese architect Ferdinand Dagher. The garden faces the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Saint Nicolas, with both sharing the same namesake.

Saint Georges Cathedral

00:06 minutes by car

The Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Saint Georges is the Mother Cathedral of the Beirut Orthodox community. The Cathedral is the oldest church in the city of Beirut, and one of the oldest in the region: the first Christian temple ever built in the very location goes back to early fourth century

Beirut Souks

00:04 minutes by car

If the charms of beiruts old markets (where people of all backgrounds once gathered to purchase jewelry, flowers and clothes)have vanished ,post war solidere have renovated historic buildings and created an upscale shopping district designed by pritzker prize –winning Rafael Moneo .Today s Beirut Souks are filled with luxury boutiques and elegant cafes and restaurants.

Jeitta Grotto

00:14 minutes by car

Is a system of two separate, but interconnected, karstic limestone caves spanning an overall length of nearly 9 kilometers, is a finalist in the New 7 wonders of Nature competition.
The caverns is on two levels: the lower caverns is visited by boat over a subterranean lake 623 meters long, while a dry upper gallery can be seen on foot.
Geologically, the caves provide a tunnel or escape route for the underground river, which is the principal source of the Dog River.

Byblos

00:48 minutes by car

The ruins of many successive civilizations are found at Byblos, one of the oldest Phoenician cities. Inhabited since Neolithic times, it has been closely linked to the legends and history of the Mediterranean region for thousands of years. Byblos is also directly associated with the history and diffusion of the Phoenician alphabet.

National Museum

00:08 minutes by car

Located on the former Green Line, this is Beirut's major cultural institution and is an essential stop for all visitors to the city. Its impressive, magnificently displayed collection of archaeological artefacts offers a great overview of Lebanon’s history and the civilizations that made their home here. Highlights include the famous, much-photographed Phoenician gilded bronze figurines found buried near the Obelisk Temple at Byblos, and a moving group of Phoenician marble statues of baby boys (from Echmoun, 6th century BC).

Cedars

02:23 minutes by car

Cedars forest is one of the main tourist attractions in Lebanon; the forest has been mentioned and referred to many times in the Bible, its rich history has made this area one of the most important tourist destinations in the Middle East.

Today, it is a preserved area and is being turned into an open art museum through the work of artist Rudy Rahme who is transforming dead cedar trees into works of art.

Nature lovers will find paradise on earth in this region endowed by breathtaking landscape and natural wonders for the eye