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Best places to visit in Lebanon

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What makes Lebanon an attractive and enchanting tourist destination not just in Middle East but in the world is its insightful interplay between history, culture and nature. Historical edifices, cultural structures, cities, valleys and more tourist sites are in the list of tourist destination arrays of the land. Having vestiges and remnants in various regions, Lebanon formed its way for a more interesting tourist attraction.

Tourist attraction in the country includes Byblos (Jbeil). It is known as one of the ancient cities of Lebanon which includes establishments such as Medieval City Wall, Ancient Phoenician Temples and the Byblos Castle. The Holy Valley is well-visited among the number of spots in Byblos for its number of famous monasteries and beautiful chapels. This place is considered as a peaceful sanctuary for everyone. Another chief destination in Lebanon is the Tripoli. As you catch the sight of this historic city, “Arabian Nights” is the first thing to pop-up in your mind. The Red Castle of the Assaraya al-Hamara, a huge compound with several courtyards, is a dominant trait of the city’s skyline. The third largest town in Lebanon is the Zahle, a village with the red-tiled roofs that was built in the 18th century. Some of the amazing structures and exemplifying architectural craftsmanship of the villagers are abundant. Beirut is another place which Lebanon is proud of for its magnificent seaport history. A perfect place for holidays wherein vacationers will enjoy the sight of Mount Lebanon as it kissed the waters of the Mediterranean. Aside from its cities, famous shimmering beaches and the enchanting remarkable relics are enough to captivate anyone who gets to see the city of Tyre. With its magical charm, visitors may be enthralled with the magnificence of history embodied in the ancient constructions and museums. An open air museum that consists of archaeological gems representing the 5000 years old history of the city can be found at the heart of Tyre.