Www.lebanontrail.org. Top 10 places to visit in Lebanon. Lebanon (c) Srsck Lebanon is a beautiful country and a fascinating holiday destination.
Lebanon has it all (and more than it wished for): culture and tradition, mountains and ski resorts, sea and sun, exciting nightlife, great healthy food, high fashion and gorgeous women, more manicure and pedicure salons than in Hollywood, fast cars and completely nuts driving, political instability, war and pollution. Did I mention the great food ? As Lebanon is a small and compact country, driving is a practical way to explore different regions and sites.
I would avoid the car in Beirut itself though as you will pass more time in the traffic jams than you would actually be driving. Discover Beirut (c) Srsck Discovering the capital is probably best (and safest) by cab (which you can recognise by the red license plates). When driving you will come across checkpoints every now and then. I think Lebanon is a great and unique holiday destination if you follow some security rules. 1. Beirut (c) Srsck 2. 3. 93.185.92.38/MOEAPP/ProtectedAreas/pdf/PA/BENTAEL-RESERVE.pdf. Wild Lebanon - Powered by A Rocha Lebanon. How do I get there, and practical arrangements?
From Beirut, take the coastal highway north to Byblos (Jbeil). At Byblos, head east towards Aannaya (follow the sign to Tannourine), past Ehmej, and Laqlouq. At the main road in Laqlouq turn left (follow the sign to Tannourine). The journey should take less than 45 minutes from Byblos (Jbeil). From Tripoli, take the coastal highway south to Chekka and then proceed past Amioun, Kousba, Qnat, and Hadath Al Jebba to Tannourine Al Fawqa. Wild Lebanon - Powered by A Rocha Lebanon. Sites (or Stop reading this website and go and see it, live it, do it!)
As the pages of this website make clear, Lebanon has a huge amount to offer the nature enthusiast; the coastal plain, the hills, mountains and valleys are still bursting with life – despite all the problems associated with humankind. It is possible just to head out of the cities, towns and villages and see plants and animals (in fact you can see a lot in the urban environment too). But, to make the most of the country, make sure you visit the special places. Below there are links to some of these special places. They have been chosen to reflect a balance of habitats and landscapes and represent all areas of the country.
Directions on how to get there, some facilities, and (mostly) a group looking after the site. 3 places in Lebanon – meet nature! In Beirut Fancy a ride on the bicycle?
Or a run away from cars and pollution? Then Biel’s new Corniche is the thing! A few meters from Beirut Souks, kilometers of walking and bicycling paths, away from the horrible pollution and noise of Beirut. Walking there makes you forget for a moment that you Are in Beirut. Take a ride... North of Beirut. Lebanon's natural beauty is second to none. "QUANTUM SHOT" #481Article by Rachel and Avi Abrams, link Outside of wars and politics: Lebanon's natural beauty is second to none "Switzerland" comparison does not exactly come to mind when you consider how war-torn and miserable this nation has been in the recent years.
But cast a longer look around you while visiting this incredible spot in the Middle East - and the ancient, spectacular beauty of the place will start to haunt you, bless you, and lift you above political agendas and human strife. Bsharre and the Kadisha valley, photo by lux-lucis-pictor Bsharre village, photo by Pierre Yaacoub Those who still remember times of peace before the Civil War (1975-1990) would say that comparison with Switzerland is not so far fetched. In this article we only going to show the nature side, but trust us - the cuisine and intense culture of the region is still vibrant and unforgettable today. Landscapes of Biblical Proportions Pascal Beaudenon shows the epic qualities of Lebanon's landscape.