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North Lebanon's main feature lies in its notable number of medieval castles, churches and monasteries scattered all across its landscape. Many of these crusader structures have remained to this day and are in use by the local communities.
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Nature - THEMES
Beirut does not have big green parks as do other major cities and capitals in the world. Trips and excursions to Nature Reserves can be planned, and are never far away from the capital. Nature excursions unveil the country’s Natural Heritage of Fauna and Flora. A big bunch of recommended useful websites and equipped guides and a list of tour organizers are included below.
Hiking and Trekking
Most popular tours take place in the mountains, valleys or seeking old mills by the riversides of the hidden valleys. They offer a great opportunity to be close to nature and admire its heavenly details.
Bird Watching
Lebanon is a corridor for migrating birds and home for the several resident species. Bird watching can be arranged at the nature reserves, wetlands or with tour operators. Some nature conservation organizations have supported local communities through the development of local host lodgings and B&B facilities. Eco tour operators can organize bird watching trips to several locations all over Lebanon as well.
Nature Reserve
Lebanon is the home of 8 Nature Reserves and the pathway to birds’ migration route. This plays a major role in placing Lebanon on the biodiversity map. Lebanon’s flag with its green cedar in the middle symbolizes this important feature of the country.
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Mountain Climbing & Rappelling
Lebanon enjoys astonishing Middle Eastern mountains; some lush Green or Mediterranean and some inland dry mountains all generous in offering great opportunities for sightseeing and adventure sports. Some climbs are really challenging, yet it is advisable to take those challenges with the assistance of expert providers of adventure tours. Note that a great and unique feature of Lebanese mountains is that they are well inhabited by small villages welcoming and hosting climbers.
