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Sightseeing
Lebanon’s largest statue of St Charbel located in Faraya on top of the Mount of the Cross. The long monument of 24 m long and weighs 40 tons, was built with highly durable materials (mainly fiberglass) and has a lifespan of hundreds of years.
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Saint Charbel church & Statue. Faraya
Lebanon’s largest statue of St Charbel located in Faraya on top of the Mount of the Cross. The long monument of 24 m long and weighs 40 tons, was built with highly durable materials (mainly fiberglass) and has a lifespan of hundreds of years.
The Faqra Roman temple lies on a small hill 1600m above sea level in Kfardebian and is the most extensive Roman Ruins in all of Lebanon. Found on this site is a huge 15 meters square tower with interior staircase leading to the top. In the North-East corner of the tower and above the door, there is a Greek inscription which specifies that the building was restored by the Roman Emperor Claudius in 43 AD. The main temple consists of restored columns and remains of an alter, and was dedicated to a "very great god" there is also a smaller temple dedicated to "the Syrian goddess". This Roman Ruins in Faqra is a rewarding place to explore.
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Faqra Roman Ruins
The Faqra Roman temple lies on a small hill 1600m above sea level in Kfardebian and is the most extensive Roman Ruins in all of Lebanon. Found on this site is a huge 15 meters square tower with interior staircase leading to the top. In the North-East corner of the tower and above the door, there is a Greek inscription which specifies that the building was restored by the Roman Emperor Claudius in 43 AD. The main temple consists of restored columns and remains of an alter, and was dedicated to a "very great god" there is also a smaller temple dedicated to "the Syrian goddess". This Roman Ruins in Faqra is a rewarding place to explore.
The Chabrouh Dam is located above the village of Faraya. The water the dam holds is used to to irrigate the surrounding lands. The reservoir has a capacity of some eight million cubic meters and is some 1300 meters in length.
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Chabrouh Dam/Lake
The Chabrouh Dam is located above the village of Faraya. The water the dam holds is used to to irrigate the surrounding lands. The reservoir has a capacity of some eight million cubic meters and is some 1300 meters in length.
The cross was built near a church dating back to 1898. At 73.8 meters (242 ft) tall and 37 meters (121 ft) wide the Cross of All Nations is the largest illuminated cross in the world, it was inaugurated on September 13, 2010 on the eve of the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross. It was built by the Maronite Church and an organization of French The Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross commemorates the discovery of the Cross of Christ by St. Helen, the mother of Roman emperor Constantine, on September 14, 326. In Lebanon the feast is celebrated each year in Christian towns and cities with crowded processions during which people carry torches and visit mountain tops where they plant crosses, hold prayer services and start bonfires.
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The cross was built near a church dating back to 1898. At 73.8 meters (242 ft) tall and 37 meters (121 ft) wide the Cross of All Nations is the largest illuminated cross in the world, it was inaugurated on September 13, 2010 on the eve of the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross. It was built by the Maronite Church and an organization of French The Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross commemorates the discovery of the Cross of Christ by St. Helen, the mother of Roman emperor Constantine, on September 14, 326. In Lebanon the feast is celebrated each year in Christian towns and cities with crowded processions during which people carry torches and visit mountain tops where they plant crosses, hold prayer services and start bonfires.
Ski Resorts
Mzaar Ski Resort is located in Mzaar Kfardebian, Beirut, Lebanon. It is known to be the ski area with the most amazing scenery and pleasurable mountain resorts in Lebanon thereby making your ski experience one to remember. The resort has several slopes which are suitable for each level of ski experience, ranging from beginner to expert levels.
The resort is one of the busiest ski resort in Lebanon. Many hotels and restaurants are available in the area and at a walking distance from the ski slopes. If you are visiting with a group of friends, a self catering chalet with fireplace would be the best option.
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Estância de esqui Mzaar Kfardebiane
Mzaar Ski Resort is located in Mzaar Kfardebian, Beirut, Lebanon. It is known to be the ski area with the most amazing scenery and pleasurable mountain resorts in Lebanon thereby making your ski experience one to remember. The resort has several slopes which are suitable for each level of ski experience, ranging from beginner to expert levels.
The resort is one of the busiest ski resort in Lebanon. Many hotels and restaurants are available in the area and at a walking distance from the ski slopes. If you are visiting with a group of friends, a self catering chalet with fireplace would be the best option.
Laklouk had its first ski lift installed in 1958, followed by major enhancements to the slopes and the creation of a very qualified ski school. Unlike other resorts, the area surrounding the slopes is nearly free of buildings and construction.
Laqlouq
Laklouk had its first ski lift installed in 1958, followed by major enhancements to the slopes and the creation of a very qualified ski school. Unlike other resorts, the area surrounding the slopes is nearly free of buildings and construction.
Food scene
On 1700m altitude in the heart of the mountain, rises RIKKY’Z, the biggest Wooden House in the Middle East, located in Faraya, 60 minutes away from Beirut. Whether in the indoor space, the terrace, or the garden, RIKKY’Z is your perfect Getaway with unmatched components.
Surrounded by the breathtaking views, RIKKY’Z has combined for you an exquisite food menu, great atmosphere and icomparable music...
From a full course service to buffet dining, from a romantic dinner to the hottest party, RIKKY’Z is open all year round to satisfy all your senses with the ultimate experience
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RIKKY'Z
On 1700m altitude in the heart of the mountain, rises RIKKY’Z, the biggest Wooden House in the Middle East, located in Faraya, 60 minutes away from Beirut. Whether in the indoor space, the terrace, or the garden, RIKKY’Z is your perfect Getaway with unmatched components.
Surrounded by the breathtaking views, RIKKY’Z has combined for you an exquisite food menu, great atmosphere and icomparable music...
From a full course service to buffet dining, from a romantic dinner to the hottest party, RIKKY’Z is open all year round to satisfy all your senses with the ultimate experience