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02/09/2024

A glimpse of Saint-Thomas church in Ras-Baalbek

Ras Baalbek is home to three churches, each built atop the remains of Roman-era temples, one of which is discussed in a separate article: Saint-Barbara Church Although formal studies have yet to be conducted at the site, I am sharing my personal observations drawn from years of exploring such magnif...

02/07/2024

A breif history of Mar Mema church, Ehden

Mar Mema church in Ehden is historically noted in “Manarat al-Aqdas” by Patriarch Istephan el Duweihi (1616-1702) as constructed in 749 AD. Historical Background The church reveals a complex history through its architecture and artifacts. Structural elements and fragments explored during archeol...

18/06/2024

A description of Saydet el Rih Crusader-era frescoes, Enfeh

The Church of Saydet el-Rih (Our Lady of the Wind) in Enfeh was constructed between the 6th and 7th centuries AD atop a network of cisterns dating back to the Iron Age. It is notable as being one of the few churches with a vault decorated with medieval paintings in Lebanon. The church features a [.....

15/04/2024

Our new article breifly describes the temple of "Deir el Qalaa" which served as a prominent Roma-era relgious site for vrious cultic practices. Its awe-inspiring, megalithic and imposing foundations are a testament to its significance.

Deir el-Qalaa, the “Fortress Convent”, houses the remnants of a Roman-era temple, located at approximately 730m altitude, on the north bank of the Nahr Beirut, the ancient Magoras, and to the south of the village of Beit Mery. The temple is part of a larger archeological site that also includes ...

09/04/2024

Discover Beirut Downtown's ancient and modern archaeological and historical heritage during a 2 hours morning walk, led by a licensed tour guide.

The starting point will be at 9AM from El Nahar Building, and ends at Martyr Square at 11AM

For further information and booking, please reach out to us on WhatsApp on 03 12 66 75