Ghajar, Border village near Mount Hermon, Lebanon
The village stands at an elevation of 310 meters on a plateau divided by the Blue Line between Lebanon and Israeli-controlled territory.
The settlement changed its name from Taranjeh during the Ottoman period when local land ownership shifted from original inhabitants to Kurdish settlers.
The population maintains Alawite religious traditions, following practices that incorporate elements from Shia Islam, Neoplatonism, and local customs.
Since September 2022, visitors can enter without special permits, marking a change from previous military zone restrictions that lasted 22 years.
The village administration operates under multiple jurisdictions due to its position at the intersection of Lebanese, Syrian, and Israeli territories.
Elevation above the sea: 310 m
GPS coordinates: 33.27267,35.62353
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:07
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