Batroun District, Administrative district in North Governorate, Lebanon.
The Batroun District extends along the Mediterranean coast, featuring a landscape of citrus groves, vineyards, and traditional stone buildings at 5 meters elevation.
The district includes ancient Phoenician settlements that established vital Mediterranean trade routes, with evidence of Roman and Byzantine occupation visible in architectural remains.
Local festivals throughout the district celebrate regional traditions, while stone houses demonstrate the expertise of regional craftsmen who shaped the architectural identity.
Major roads connect the district to neighboring Lebanese cities, with public transportation available from Tripoli and regular service to coastal destinations.
The district's vineyards at 1,300 meters produce grapes for wine production, while citrus orchards supply fruit for the fresh lemonade served in local establishments.
Location: North Governorate
Capital city: Batroun
Elevation above the sea: 5 m
GPS coordinates: 34.25000,35.65000
Latest update: March 7, 2025 03:00
Lebanon offers diverse photo opportunities, from natural limestone formations at Raouché to ancient Roman ruins in Baalbek. The country features underground caves at Jeita, medieval markets in Byblos, and historic cedar forests. Religious buildings, coastal fortresses, and traditional architecture in cities like Tripoli and Beirut present cultural heritage. Natural areas include the Qadisha Valley, Bekaa Valley vineyards, and Mediterranean beaches at Palm Islands Reserve.
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Baatara gorge waterfall
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Byblos Castle
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Sisters Olive Trees of Noah
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Royal necropolis of Byblos
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Casino du Liban
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Mseilha Fort
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Temple of the Obelisks
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Balamand Monastery
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St. John's Cathedral, Byblos
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Our Lady of Nourieh
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Jabal Moussa Biosphere Reserve
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Byblos Wax Museum
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Taynal Mosque
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Byblos Fossil Museum
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International Olympic Stadium
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Arz Tannourine
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Hôpital Saint-Michel d'Amchit
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Saint John, Byblos
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Temple of Baalat Gebal
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Rachid Karami International Fair
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Bird's Nest
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Institut français du Liban Tripoli
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Roman Theatre of Byblos
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Monastery Saint Maroun - Annaya
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Phoenician wall
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Byblos Old Souq
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