Find Cheap Flights to Lebanon

Lebanon sings the saga of gradual urban awakening of a country ballerina into an uptown damsel. The historical imprints of Lebanon visible on the world map include Roman baths in Beirut, Cardio Maximus and Place des Martyrs. Nicknamed as the ‘Switzerland/Paris of the East’; Lebanon has efficiently managed to keep its reputation up to the mark with its welcoming common folk that always bear a smile on their faces.

Being the capital and also the only cosmopolitan city of Lebanon, Beirut is the cultural as well as the financial hub of the country. Beirut is known to possess an interesting cafe culture that is usually concentrated around the breathtaking local European-style architecture. Few of these classic treasures include the downtown French-style district of Place de l'Etoile, the Martyr's Statue and National Museum of Beirut.

Nothing can beat the travel fiesta that Tyre delivers with its sunny beaches and beautiful ensembles of Roman architecture. One can view various architectural gems here that have been awarded the title of UNESCO World Heritage Site including Roman Hippodrome. Al Bass Archaeological Site is the most popular tourism attraction of this city that comprises of an intact Roman road, a large Necropolis, aqueduct and a monumental arch.

Mainly popular as an archeological destination, it demonstrates the Phoenician and Roman- style in its architecture. This temple city has a string of temples dedicated to various Greek deities including of Bacchus and Jupiter. Temple of Bacchus and Temple of Venus are by far the most popular temples of this city.

The global appeal of Jeita Grotto has earned it the coveted place among the new Seven Natural Wonders of the World. “Touristic Site of Jeita” mixes the best of Lebanon’s natural heritage that includes rich floral and faunal diversity, with the local cultural heritage making it a worthwhile place to visit.

The cultural and religious significance of this valley has provided it the status of a sanctity and hence the name Holy Valley. It is home to a number of Christian monasteries including The Qannubin Monastery, Monastery of St Anthony of Qozhaya, Monastery of Our Lady of Hawqa and Monastery of Mar Sarkis.