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Zahlé (Arabic: زَحْلة) is a city in eastern Lebanon, and is the capital and the largest city of Beqaa Governorate, Lebanon. With around 150,000 [1][2] inhabitants, it is the third-largest city in Lebanon after Beirut and Tripoli [3][4] and the fourth-largest taking the whole urban area (the Jounieh urban area is larger).
- Get majestic views from Our Lady of Zahle and Bekaa. Situated in a hilltop in Southwestern Zahle, Our Lady of Zahle and Bekaa is a shrine in honour of the Virgin Mary.
- Tour the country's oldest Chateau Ksara Winery. This wine company in Beqaa Valley was founded in 1857 and was the first winery to develop dry wine in Lebanon.
- Get a glimpse into the past at the Rayak Abondoned Railway. The Orient Express Rayak Railway Station. Posted by Ali Badawi on Wednesday, 20 August 2014. A trip to the Rayak abandoned railway will take you back in time to the country’s golden age of rail transport.
- Travel back in time at the traditional Ecolodge. Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. ecolodge de taanayel #الخان_المقصود For reservations contact 03124279 #engageindevelopment #arcencielorg #fact #tourism.
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Abandoned railway – Rayak
1. Contact Charles Helou Bus station(+961 1 573 322) (+961 1 574 422)to get permission. Years ago, the town of Rayak was a hub for traders and travelers. It was home to the Middle East’s first rail network, which ran across Greater Syria from the port of Beirut until it closed in 1976. The site is not only a station but also a factory comprising approximately 70 buildings, including a locomotive garage, ticket office and a hotel. Although the area is covered in ruins, it is an interesting pla...
Contact: 1. Al Karram (+961 8 818 855 / +961 3 960 998) 2. Chateau Khoury (+961 8 807 143) 3. Chateau Ksara (+961 8 813 495) 4. Domaine Wardy (+961 8 930 141) 5. Massaya (+961 8 510 135 /+961 70 103 656) 6. Domaine des Tourelles (+961 8 540 114) Zahle is famous for its wine and arak production. Whether it is Chateau Ksara, with its impressive 2km l...
10 km north of Zahle: 1. Contact Niha municipality (+961 8 951 154) (8 am to 2 pm). In the middle of the village of Niha lies a colossal Roman temple of the Syro-Phoenician God Hadaranes; the God of thunder, lightning, and rain, adjacent to a much smaller, non-restored temple, dedicated to Atargatis, Goddess of fertility.
Furzol
5 km north of Zahle: 1. Contact Zahle municipality (+961 8 800 252) (8 am to 2 pm). One of the oldest villages in Bekaa, Furzol enchants hikers and adventurers with its magnificent caves. But before checking these out, take a look at the foundation walls — big stone blocks with carvings and inscriptions, which remain of a Roman temple. The caves, partially natural and partially man-made, are located just outside the town in the Wadi el-Habis, or Valley of the Hermit as the villagers call it....
Southeast of Zahle: 1. Contact Anjar municipality (+961 8 620 791)(8 am to 2 pm). Anjar represents one epoch and civilization: the Umayyad. It lies amid the richest agricultural land in Lebanon and is strategically located at intersecting trade routes. It is essentially the only example of an inland commercial center. Some monuments at the site have been restored, and today, it comprises a mosque, three palaces, a residential area and a public bath.
Tour Zahle’s park and enjoy the city’s vibes. Walking along the Berdawni River can also be a great idea. Even though Berdawni is mostly linked to unique food experiences, there’s a beautiful energy, especially during the festive period.
1. ContactZahle municipality (+961 8 800 252) It is by wandering around Zahle that you can discover the charm of the city. The Geha House is a restored 17th-century house. Although a private home today, you can still appreciate its courtyard, garden and galleries. The house has a 1,400-meter-long underground tunnel that leads to St. Elias church and monastery (Al Tuwak). The monastery was built in 1755, while the church, also known as Al Moukhallasiah, was built in 1720 and was the second chu...
Hiking
Zahle offers many activities for the entire family. You can hike through the mountains and villages to enjoy the landscape and numerous archaeological vestiges. exittonature.com
Rappelling
1. ContactRony Al Najjar at Wady (+961 71 737 668) If you’re interested in rappeling, Zahle won’t disappoint you. However, most caves are vertical and cannot be entered without the assistance of professionals. speleoliban.com
Arak making
1. Contact Fadi Fakhry (+961 3 096 536) Arak distilled from grapes and anise is considered superior to similar hard liquors in other countries. In Niha, Fakhry and his family make their own arak in the family distillery. Lebanon considers arak its traditional alcoholic beverage, and the name Arak Zahlawi is given by the Lebanese to arak produced in Zahle.
Mud brick making
1. Contact Abir Barakat (+961 8 544 881) or Jad Abou Arraj (+961 3 567 880) To support its social commitment, the NGO Arc-en-Ciel has developed a whole concept with mud bricks and created a dayaa (village) accommodation site. One can, however, participate in the making of the mud bricks, and children can learn how to build small mud houses.
Visit from May to November: 1. Contact National Heritage Association (+961 1 367 753) or on-site Jean Jabbour (+961 3 283 850) Located 20 minutes by car from Zahle, the Terbol Museum is a refurbished rural farmhouse standing at the heart of the village. Reflecting a traditional way of life, the museum displays archaic agricultural tools and househo...
- Visit the churches. Zahle has many, many beautiful churches where you can enjoy a quiet and peaceful environment. The most famous is Our Lady of Zahle and Bekaa.
- Spend the day in Berdawni. El-Berdawni is another must-visit place in Zahle. Have some amazing food and/or ice cream, enjoy Zahle’s sweets like Semsmiyeh and Ghazl El-Banet, or just have an amazing walk by the Berdawni river.
- Walk through the beautiful parks. The parks in Zahle are some of the best in the country, and they are perfect all year long. Visit the breathtaking Skaff Park or take a walk around the Memshiyeh park where you will find statues honoring famous natives, like Saeed Akl and other Zehlawi artists who played a huge role in shaping the Lebanese culture.
- Go wine tasting. Of course, you can’t visit Zahle without enjoying at least some of its delicious wines. Zahle is the home of the earthly heaven that is Chateau Ksara.
Jun 3, 2020 · Known for producing a large share of Lebanon’s wine and arak, it is an idyllic mountain retreat just an hour from Beirut. It is also known as Lebanon's City of Gastronomy, given its role in the celebrating the country's rich flavors.
Oct 23, 2022 · Zahle, Lebanon is a small city located in the Bekaa Valley. Despite its size, Zahle has a vibrant nightlife scene, with a wide variety of bars and nightclubs to choose from. The city's proximity to Beirut also makes it a popular destination for Beirutis looking to escape the bustle of the capital.
Founded in 1857 by Jesuit priests, this is Lebanon's oldest and largest winery. Tours and tastings are available. (updated Aug 2023)
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