Miniyeh-Danniyeh District, Administrative district in North Governorate, Lebanon
The Miniyeh-Danniyeh District extends over the northern and western hills of Al-Makmel mountain, overlooking both Lebanese and Syrian coastal areas.
The district gained strategic importance during the Muslim conquest of the Levant, with the Battle of Miniyeh in 635 marking a defeat of Byzantine forces.
The district population composition includes 86 percent Sunni Muslims, 7 percent Greek Orthodox, and 7 percent Maronite Catholics as of 2022.
The district operates with two administrative capitals: Miniyeh for fall and winter seasons, and Syr Dinniyeh during spring and summer months.
The district covers 409 square kilometers of varied terrain, supporting agricultural activities and maintaining a population of over 206,000 residents.
Location: North Governorate
Capital city: Bsharri District
GPS coordinates: 34.46530,35.93780
Latest update: March 6, 2025 03:14
Citadel of Tripoli
9.3 km
Palm Islands Nature Reserve
15.3 km
Qozhaya
20.3 km
Balamand Monastery
18.1 km
Mansouri Great Mosque
9.4 km
Mar Sarkis, Ehden
19.9 km
Taynal Mosque
10 km
Tripoli Municipal Stadium
9.6 km
Tell Arqa
12.4 km
International Olympic Stadium
11.7 km
Ouadi Qadisha (the Holy Valley) and the Forest of the Cedars of God (Horsh Arz el-Rab)
20.1 km
Al-Burtasi Mosque
9 km
Lion Tower
10 km
Mu'allaq Mosque
9.5 km
Abd al-Wahid Mosque
9.2 km
Khan al-Sabun
9.3 km
Al-Tawbat Mosque
9 km
Al-Hamidi Mosque
9.1 km
Al-Uwaysiyat
9.2 km
Lion's Tower Lighthouse
10 km
Tripoli Clock Tower
9.7 km
Rachid Karami International Fair
10.7 km
Institut français du Liban Tripoli
10.2 km
Khan al-Khayyatin
9.1 km
St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Tripoli, Lebanon
9.1 km
Hammam al-Jadid
9.6 km
Hammam Izz al-Din Aybak
9.1 km
Church of Saint Anthony
20.1 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes