The Best Time To Visit

Bordered by the Mediterranean with almost 240 km of coastline, is a Mediterranean climate that prevails throughout Lebanon. However, if the seasons are characterized by hot dry summers and the majority of the land, the winters are very mild but rainy. Mountain areas are, however, a harsh climate. Indeed, the winters are very cold with significant snowfall, with very hot summers and dry. Thus, depending on your destination to enjoy your stay, we advise you to go between March and June or between September and November because the temperatures are more lenient . For information, remember to Beirut for example, it is, in general, 21 ° C in May and November. In midsummer, you can enjoy a Wednesday at 28 ° C.

Highland Middle East, Lebanon, beyond his troubled history, is also a country that is worth to be discovered. With some 10 400 sq km in area, Lebanon is a multi-ethnic destination still unknown and often feared. Follow the guide for a virtual trip to Lebanon.

What to see in Lebanon?

Lebanon is a country rich in history with remains dating back thousands of years. Archaeological sites are very numerous. Also, you'll have time to visit a multitude of ancient cities throughout the country starting with its capital, Beirut. You will admire the Great Al-Omari Mosque, also called Cathedral of St. John, or the five Roman columns. Do not forget the spa with its Byzantine mosaics. Tire included in the list of world heritage by UNESCO, former Phoenician port, has many other racetracks and aqueducts dating from the Roman occupation. In Anjar, you will have the opportunity to visit the Grand Palace and the ruins of the mosque. Tripoli is a city of your inevitable journey. So learn the citadel Saint-Gilles or Great Mosque, without forgetting the Hammam Izz ed-Din or the Tower of the Lion which dates from the fifteenth century. Do not forget the town of Khalil Gibran. Located nearly 1400 m altitude near the mythical forest of cedar, visit the Museum of Gibran and his paintings and his grave. As for Byblos, famous city you will visit the "Wall primitive" with 9 royal tombs without forgetting the foundations of the temple al-Shaped.

What to do in Lebanon?

As a country of historical monuments, your activities during your stay in Lebanon will focus on visiting the remains but without limitation. So you can play the apprentices listed some archaeologists and help researchers in their searches time of several hours. For those who are more versed in the coast. You can go diving or trekking. In the town of Bcharré, located about 1 400 m altitude, you can even go skiing or downhill skiing. The paraglider can also be performed in summer in addition to caving.

course you can equally make a very interesting shopping in open markets and stores specializing in handicrafts. Thus, the carpets are reputed to be particularly beautiful with careful manufacturing. The silver jewelry is also to purchase essential items. Without forgetting the ceramic or glass items. A Jazzin, you can, also visit the famous cutlery and bring in your bags a few rare specimens.

your trip to Lebanon, would be required before an entire transport budget. Located 4 hours from Paris, Beirut is served by direct flights. You will not need a visa to get there but by the airlines, you must count to 650 euros for your return flight.

For your accommodation, you can choose between a multitude of hotels. You can choose between international hotels or more modest establishments. Beit ed Dine, you can play and stay at pashas Mir Amine Palace, a former palace. Warm welcome, friendly staff ... everything will be done to make your stay enjoyable. For your budget, you will count for a stay of one week, no less than 1 200 euros on average.

For dining, you can taste the national dish tabbouleh or kebbé is a dish of lamb and cracked wheat. Obviously, you will taste the "mezze" is a selection of 40 dishes or hummus, a paste made from chickpeas. The stuffed grape leaves are also very popular as many dishes as falafel. For drinks, arak alcohol is taken with the local mezzes. Note however that Muslim restaurants not serving alcoholic beverages. For dessert, make dates and oranges.

side prior vaccine, there is none, it is the same for special precautions. Remember however that water is not safe anywhere, so you'll need to prepare a supplementary budget for mineral water. Because mosquitoes, be sure to use plenty of regular anti-mosquito cream, especially for evenings outdoors. During the day, it goes without saying that sunscreens are mandatory as well as goggles and other protection against sunburn.

For all trips, the car proves to be the best way. Indeed, in three days, you toured the country and its major cities. You can also rent a car or taxi. For small price, you can still take the bus but the connections are irregular. However, for your safety, remember it is strictly recommended to stay away from border areas with Israel and avoid absolutely the Palestinian camps.