There are numerous women and associations keeping the art of embroidery alive around Lebanon from Douma to Zouk Mikhael, from North to South. Here are just a few of them The …
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In Lebanon, the ancient board game backgammon is much more than just a game to pass the time of day; it’s tied into Lebanese identity WHERE TO PLAY – In the …
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Agricultural Tourism has made its way to Lebanon. With its famous Natural Beauty, plus with this new Tourism here are some of the places you should visit: Farms Domaine des Pères …
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In a northeast Bekaa village, the Women’s Association of Deir Al Ahmar has redefined the role of its women. The founder, Dunia El Khoury, shares their vision for a sustainable future. …
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Jewelry designer Randa Tabbah’s pieces are directly inspired by the city. She talks to Lebanon Traveler about her designs With a career spanning more than twenty years, Randa Tabbah was born …
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The heritage of embroidery is an important part of Lebanon’s cultural tapestry but it’s a tradition in fast decline. We meet the women of Artisanat du Chouf and Artisanat Mabrouk who …
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Global adventurer Maxime Chaya keeps things local with a six-day cycling journey along the Lebanon Mountain Trail Lebanese sportsman Maxime Chaya’s achievements are many and despite already having ticked off …
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For many in Lebanon, leefeh is a nostalgic tradition that brings back vivid memories of a simpler time. Head of the Holy Spirit University of Kaslik’s agricultural sciences department, Marc Beyrouthy, …
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Despite the digitization of design, the tradition of hand-painted banners, known as yaftat, show no signs of disappearing. Kubik Design Studio director and adjunct graphic design lecturer at LAU, Maria Bahous …
