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 …
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Prominent Lebanese banker, Raymond Audi, has made cultural heritage a priority in the coastal-city of Sidon For many, Raymond Audi is known as the financier and businessman who presides over …
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Building the boats for the fishermen of Lebanon, one modest workshop in the southern city of Saida continues the tradition of boat building The ancient port town of Saida has an …
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Designer Rana Salam has always had a strong connection to her Lebanese roots. Living in London for over two decades did not sever any ties, rather it evoked a new art …
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The historical inscriptions of Nahr Al-Kalb reveal the diverse visitors of the past Filled with both history and natural beauty, Lebanon’s mountains give a dramatic setting to some of the …
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With her innovative designs, Joumana Medlej represents a modern and exciting development in the world of calligraphy. She delves back into calligraphy’s roots and pulls them into the future. The New …
