Archaeology

For the past 15 years, archeologists with the British Museum have been digging in Sidon and uncovering never before-seen treasures in Lebanon. We, at Lebanon Traveler, dug our own way into the site.…

As one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations, Baalbeck is a city that needs no introduction.

Originally a Phoenician town thought to have been inhabited since 9000 BC, Baalbeck was a place of pilgrimage for the Sky God ‘Baal’ and his Queen of Heaven ‘Astarte’. Today, it…

Anjar, meaning unresolved or running river in Armenian, is also known as Haoush Mousa in the area. The town’s history is comparable to an unrelenting roller coaster of events, ultimately culminating in…

Whenever we hear the name Gandour, we think of Lebanese culture, heritage and the sweet taste of childhood.

Visit the historical town of Qab Elias to discover a vibrant fruit and vegetable market, archaeological ruins of and ecotourism activities.

The Arab Council of Tourism has crowned Byblos with the title “Arab Tourism Capital for 2016.“ As one of the oldest cities in the world it has impressive historical ruins that…

The Qalaat Abou el Hassan fortress, also known as Belhasem, is one of Lebanon’s ancient hidden secrets. Prehistoric castles, ancient ruins, nameless temples and pillars mark almost every area of Lebanon.…

Tripoli is Lebanon’s second largest city and provides visitors with a great Middle Eastern vibe. Wander around the winding market places and historical sites and you’ll soon find yourself falling for its charm.