Mount Lebanon Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
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About Mount Lebanon
While "Mount Lebanon" is a reference point for the mountains behindBeirutfor both visitors and Lebanese alike, the region is a diverse collection of micro-regions encompassing: Chouf A lush mountainous area with standout towns including Deir El Qamar ('Monastery of the Moon') and Beittedine, both of which host music and cultural festivals of international standard during summer months (Jul-Aug). The area also includes the Chouf Cedars Reserve (Barouk). The Chouf comprises a number of mixed Druze and Christian settlements, giving the area considerable diversity in architecture and the larger settlements a more cosmopolitan (if still alpine) feel. The area has escaped many of the ravages of tourist-led development, and tends to be very quiet out of season. Aley District Largely commercial an
Top Attractions in Mount Lebanon
Explore the best things to see and do in Mount Lebanon:
- ★Al Shouf Cedar Nature Reserve
- ★Moussa Castle
- ★Mzaar Ski Resort
Mount Lebanon Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: