Sidon, Ancient Mediterranean port city in South Lebanon
Located 40 kilometers south of Beirut, Sidon extends along the Mediterranean coast with both natural harbors and modern waterfront developments.
The city emerged as a significant Phoenician settlement in the 3rd millennium BCE, developing into a major trade hub connecting various Mediterranean civilizations.
Sidon features multiple archaeological layers revealing Phoenician, Roman, and Medieval structures, including the Sea Castle and Temple of Eshmun remains.
The central district contains numerous historical monuments, museums, and traditional markets, connected by a network of narrow stone-paved streets.
Archaeological excavations revealed an extensive necropolis containing stone sarcophagi of Sidonian kings, including the ornate Alexander sarcophagus.
Location: Sidon District
Location: Phoenicia
Address: Sidon, Lebanon 1600 Sidon
GPS coordinates: 33.56183,35.37803
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:27
Beaufort Castle
30 km
Sidon Sea Castle
863 m
Temple of Eshmun
3.2 km
Beiteddine Palace
23.9 km
Moussa Castle
24.5 km
Lake Qaraoun
29.7 km
Tourist Landmark of the Resistance
19.5 km
Saida Municipal Stadium
2.7 km
Our Lady of Mantara
3.8 km
Deir el Qamar Synagogue
22.9 km
Sidon Mithraeum
598 m
Fakhreddine Palace
23.1 km
Al Ahed Stadium
30.2 km
Sidon Synagogue
1.9 km
Leontes Bridge
27.4 km
Fakhredine Mosque
23.3 km
Fortress of Niha
22 km
Souffleur
25.9 km
Sidon Soap Museum
626 m
Debbane Palace
700 m
Marie baz museum
23.1 km
Kawkaba military base
30.1 km
Beiteddine Palace Museum
16.7 km
Institut français de Deir el Qamar
22.9 km
AquaVille
11.6 km
Sidon Castle Light
858 m
Az Zirah Light
1.5 km
Aqua Fun Water Park
28.2 kmReviews
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