Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Greek Orthodox cathedral in downtown Beirut, Lebanon
The cathedral features a cruciform layout with a central dome, expanded facades, and a bell tower positioned at its eastern section.
Built in 1772 following multiple reconstructions, the cathedral stands on the site of earlier religious structures dating back to the 5th century AD.
The cathedral serves as the main seat of the Greek Orthodox Metropolitan bishop and represents the largest Greek Orthodox congregation in Beirut.
Visitors can access the underground archaeological museum displaying ancient artifacts, including oil lamps, pottery, and portions of previous church altars.
Excavations beneath the cathedral revealed 25 burial sites, including a skeleton wearing a bronze tiara and containing an iron arrowhead.
Location: Beirut Governorate
Inception: 1772
GPS coordinates: 33.89634,35.50514
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
Lebanon preserves thousands of years of human settlement through archaeological sites and museum collections spread across the country. Phoenician ruins are adjacent to Roman monuments, while medieval fortresses mark periods of the Crusades and Ottoman rule. In Beirut, the National Museum houses artifacts covering all the country's historical eras, and the Mim Mineral Museum displays over 2,000 specimens from around the world. Along the coast, Sidon features a 13th-century maritime fortress and the Echmoun temple, a Phoenician complex built in the 7th century BCE. Collections extend well beyond classical archaeology. The Saint-Joseph University Prehistory Museum documents prehistoric occupation in Lebanon, while the Byblos Fossil Museum showcases more than 200 petrified specimens illustrating regional geological history. These institutions provide a thorough overview of the human and natural evolution of this Mediterranean area, from early settlements to Ottoman and modern periods.
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