Center of Lebanon - Faraya, Harrisa and Jounieh

Look up this gigantic cross, situated close to Bakish Cedars, with the over 73 m height and 37 m width, which was constructed by French the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross association and the Maronite Church in 2010 celebrating the event of finding by Helen, mother of emperor Constantine, the Cross of Christ at 4th century and situated to the nearby church from the late 19th century.
The celebration of the event leads to bringing the crosses to the mountains by residence of the Christian cities and towns and placing them in the ground, followed by bonfires and prayers. Take some photos to remember seeing the biggest cross in the Middle East.

The tall greeting figure sculptured by Nayef Alwan with the usage of fiberglass and resin material to survive harsh mountain conditions at the over 6,000 height above sea level in the land of Cedar trees, Faraya, represents Saint Charbel, the humble hermit, whose birth name was Joseph Antoun Makhlouf who picked up the name he was known of from the martyr who lived in 2nd century.
Canonized as a first Lebanon's saint in 1977, Saint Charbel helped with the healing of the boy, hence the statue, over 23 meters high and 9 meters wide, was created as a symbol of admiration.
Have a reflection at this place and admire the magnificent views of the Faraya village and mountains.

Explore the outstanding Roman ruins which will transfer you back in time to the Roman Empire time, situated at the 1550 altitude at the Kfardebian district close to the Sannine Mount, and considered as a part of UNESCO Heritage site, and devoted to Adonis and other gods.
Enjoy viewing the site, particularly the tower of Claudius and temple of Atargais, each located on a different level, and watch your feet - you might find some unique fossils lying around.
Open Hours: Monday - Sunday: 8:30 - 16:30
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Welcome to the coastal town of Jounieh lying in the district of Keserwan with a clear blue water and relaxing vibe. Leave your car at the station of the cable car to enjoy the iconic trip in the historic gondolas of teleferique to Harissa hill top with important for Muslim and Christians monument and church of Our Lady of Lebanon.
The cable cars were installed in 1965 and during your less than a 10 minute trip one-way to you have guaranteed absolutely astonishing views over the Jounieh bay - regarded as one of the most charming in the word - and the entire beautiful scenery of the town, amazing forests and peaceful Mediterranean Sea.
Open Hours: Monday: 12:00 – 20:30 Tuesday - Sunday: 11:00 - 20:30

The Lady of Lebanon welcomes you with open arms as you arrived to her shrine situated at the top of the Harissa village mountain. Known as Our Lady or Harrisa, Queen of Lebanon or Notre dame du Liban this magnificent Catholic religious monument and building complex consisting of the Mary statue, shrine at the base of it and impressive Basilique, founded in 1904, owned by Maronite Patriarchate and managed by Maronite Lebanese Missionaries and considered as one of the most prominent shrines devoted to the cult of Virgin Mary and important for Christians, Druze and Muslims.
With the impressive over 8 meter height, this bronze statues painted in dazzling white color, standing out from the city skyline and providing picturesque 360 view over the iconic Bay of Jounieh is worth the time spend on climbing along the narrow spiral stairs.
Open Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 - 21:00 Saturday: 8:00 - 14:00 Sunday: Closed
Shop / Cafeteria : Monday - Sunday : 8:00 - 00:00

With the sea breeze softly touching your face and the mesmerizing view from the terrace over shinny blue waters of the Amchit bay, you will taste the excellent, freshly prepared for you fish meal at the one of the best in Lebanon fish and seafood restaurant with over 30 years of tradition, run by passionate about high quality produce and an excellent customer service Zakhia Moujahed.
Here at the lovely and airy, decorated in a coastal style restaurant your taste buds will go into euphoric state over the amazing delicious menu options including pick up your own fish from the fridge.
Apart the fish you can try here delightful fattoush salad, creamy shanklish - type of cheese made of cow's or sheep milk shaped in the ball served with tomatoes, parsley and onion and z'atar, delicate smokey moutabbla - creamy dip made of the eggplant or fish kibbeh - aromatic, similar to meatballs, fragrant type of the dish, finishing up with the strong Turkish coffee and sweet tamriyeh dough parcels with semolina filling and sugar coating.
.Open Hours: Monday - Sunday: 12:00 - 21:00
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Discover the fairytale hidden in the underground world in the land of Lebanon. These caves complex known as Jeita Grotto or Grottoes of Nahr al-Kalbis, which in Aramaic language means "The noise of water", are considered as the longest is the Middle East reaching up to 9 km and consisting of upper and lower caves - the first one the cable car comfortably take you nearby, and then you will walk in through the three major chambers-red, white and the highest of all, and the second cave with illuminated structure, will be explored by boat along the black lake.
During your cave experience, you will notice the absolutely magnificent unique crystallized formations like stalagmites and stalactites dating to 6 million years ago and admire the beauty of this nature wonder.
Have a look at the lovely garden after you will return to the outside word and while sipping coffee from the local café appreciate the intriguing sculptures scattered around it.
Open Hours: Monday: Closed Tuesday - Sunday: 9:00 - 17:00
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Feel like a bird and fly over the spectacular landscape of the Lebanon consisting Mediterranean Sea, lush cedar forests, city of the Jounieh and town of Harissa using one of the best paragliding companies in the Lebanon, Paragliding Club Termique, which is fully licensed, insured and has 30 years of experience in the field.
You will take off will your guide from the top of, the company's site, hill of traditional village, Ghosta and after enjoying the magnificent views of one of the best region of Lebanon and taking plenty of shots to remember this extraordinary day of life, land at the stunning Jounieh bay.
Book Now the tour at 6pm to see unforgettable landscape - The Mediterranean Sea in the sunset.
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For the memorable night of delicious food with the background of fantastic Arabic music, pop in to the Al Baladi restaurant where you will soak in the amazing flavors of traditional Lebanese cuisine with succulent chicken mashavi dish fragrant with sumac and served with spicy batata bi kezbara potatoes, fresh fattoush salad and creamy hummus eaten with pieces of tasty z'atar saj flat bread.
Open Hours: Monday - Sunday: 10:00 -2:00

After an exciting full of adventures day, have a relaxing sleep at this traditional Lebanese guesthouse.
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