9 spectacular views around Lebanon

Lebanon is even more surprising now, 14 months post-trip. I loved it then; I love it even more in retrospect. And I'm recalling its spectacular views!

 

Facing Pigeon Rocks

The rocks were familiar to me from cliff diving. They are, nonetheless, even more spectacular when you’re close to them! We witnessed a day with rain and wind. The sea was rough, which made the rocks all the more beautiful!

 

As you step outside St. Paul Greek Melkite Basilica in Harissa

Reachable by road and cable car, the terrace of this peaceful and majestic church offers a panorama full of shades, one you’re not likely to forget soon.

 

In Byblos old harbour

The road takes you straight along the water. If you happen to arrive during a storm (our case), there will be splashes, waves reaching your car, and a lot of Mediterranean ‘drama’.

 

Byblos seafront and castle views

In Byblos, you can stay overnight in a place offering a sea view and a Byblos Castle view. Both are fantastic! P.S. There are lights at night. P.S. 2) You are in one of the world’s oldest places.

 

On the road from Tripoli to Hermel

Some would claim that it is a dangerous endeavour and that Hermel is a dangerous place. Our trip was smooth (we went to raft down the Assi River). I’ll always remember the terraced landscape, the crazy climb, and our summer tyres sliding on the fresh snow.

 

Around Jezzine

If you like chasing waterfalls and go searching for Jezzine Waterfall, know that the views around the village will open up and reveal themselves to you in their prettiest angles.

 

At Niha Fortress

This was my favourite place in Lebanon; it felt magical through its energy, and the view was glorious! We didn’t see hyraxes, but were welcome as friends! There are also many local products to choose from and take home at the Niha access point into the Shouf Biosphere Reserve.

 

While exploring Maasser El Shouf Cedar Reserve

Have a taste of it through a circular trail; it’s both easy and fast. After 30 minutes, you would have marvelled a lot, seen the oldest tree in Lebanon (3000+ years, as they say), and sat under Lamartine’s cedar (named like that after the poet's visit).  

 

From Deir el Qamar towards Kfar Qatra

A search for an ice cream brought us here; the ice cream parlour was closed, but what a sunset we got in return!

 

My heart is heavy when I know that the people in Lebanon are still harassed through a war that has nothing to do with them. Or any of us, for that fact.

On the other hand, peace is in our hearts. When we are happy inside, it shows on the outside - and it can move mountains!