Religious Tourism

Jezzine is often praised for its natural beauty, but did you know that the region is also rich in religious sites? As USAID’s Trade and Investment Facilitation (TIF) project is working to raise the profile of the district and improve its tourism offering, we explore a selection of religious sites in Jezzine, including churches, shrines and monasteries.

A national religious holiday for Christians and Muslims alike, Eid Al Saydeh is also known as the Feast of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. A period of fasting and mourning,…

With 18 religious sects, Lebanon is rich in religious sites, of many eras, which are dotted across its map. Its rich fabric of churches, saints, mosques, religious sites and ruins, makes Lebanon the ideal place for those seeking the history of faith.

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…

Religious anthropologist, researcher and founder of NEOS Tourism consultancy Nour Farra-Haddad delves into the tradition of visiting seven churches on Maundy Thursday by taking us on a tour around seven churches in and around Akoura.

Celebrated annually on March 25, the Annunciation Feast is the first official interreligious holiday in the world. We learn more about this special day with religious anthropologist, researcher and founder of NEOS Tourism consultancy Nour Farra-Haddad.

If you appreciate the rugged terrain and nature walks within Lebanon’s majestic forests, you must visit Ain Dara in the district of Aley.

Religious anthropologist, researcher and founder of NEOS Tourism consultancy Nour Farra-Haddad takes us to discover a historical, religious site in the heart of Hermel — Deir Mar Maroun.

Religious anthropologist, researcher and founder of NEOS Tourism consultancy Nour Farra-Haddad takes us to a picturesque Lebanese village in the heart of Mount Lebanon, where visitors can discover over 14 religious sites as well as traditional handicrafts and charming streets.