Arz, Mountain municipality in Bsharri District, Lebanon
The municipality of El-Arz sits at an elevation of 1900 meters in the North Governorate, near the ancient Cedars of God forest.
The settlement developed around the Cedars of God, where cedar trees have stood for millennia and supplied timber to numerous ancient civilizations.
The region maintains strong connections to Maronite Catholic traditions, with religious practices deeply integrated into the daily lives of local residents.
Visitors can access El-Arz through mountain roads from Bsharri, with the town serving as a gateway to the Cedars of God UNESCO site.
The postal code 1377 marks this mountain settlement where temperatures drop significantly during winter months, creating conditions for snow activities.
Location: Bsharri District
Elevation above the sea: 1,900 m
GPS coordinates: 34.24389,36.03972
Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:56
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