culture

Recognizing the importance of preserving Lebanon’s precious crafts, Zeina Raphael and Pascale Habis, founders of The Ready Hand, have thrown their efforts into supporting the country’s shrinking community of artisans.

While numerous towns and cities across Lebanon are revered for their historic landmarks, there are many rural attractions that are relatively unknown to the public. Karim Sokhn, founder of online travel blog Wanderleb, shares his selection of five unique rural spots that’ll transport you to the past.

In Lebanon Eid El Barbara is all about good food and fun-filled memories. It is a longstanding tradition where kids wear disguises and roam their neighborhoods looking for treats. And no…

Zaatar, we simply can’t get enough of the stuff! Besides its incredible taste, this herb is fast gaining a reputation for its medicinal qualities. Here are eight unexpected health benefits of zaatar.

Basket making is rooted in Lebanese tradition. We discover more with the Lebanese Ministry of Tourism.

Between the numerous Covid-19 lockdowns and the country’s hardships, nature remains a healer for travel blogger, hiker, explorer and photographer Nidal Majdalani, who shares with us a selection outstanding landscapes and hiking trails from her travels across Lebanon.

Gandour’s delicious confectionery has brought joy to children and adults for decades. Proud of its Lebanese heritage, the company is now encouraging people to discover Lebanon’s cities and towns. This time,…

Hammana is renowned for its picturesque valley, named after the famous poet Lamartine. The Frenchman spent a significant amount of time in the area, which he considered to be the “work of God.”

Over the years Joseph Matar, a poet and artist, became very close friends with Farid Serhal, a member of parliament for Jezzine, and witnessed Serhal building his dream palace. Here, we share the story of how this unusual landmark came to be.